Uchafuzi

Engineered algae removes microplastics from water

Researchers at the University of Missouri have developed a modified strain of algae that captures microplastics from contaminated water by producing an orange-scented oil. The process also cleans wastewater and could support bioplastic production.

Review links hormone-disrupting chemicals to fertility loss in humans and wildlife

7 Mwezi wa tano, 2026 Imeripotiwa na AI

A new cross-species study shows that chemicals found in everyday products are reducing fertility across animals and humans alike. The research highlights how pollution and rising temperatures worsen these effects. Scientists call for stronger regulations to address the growing problem.

Afrika

Egypt accelerates restoration of Lake Qarun's ecological balance

Afrika

Mahakama Kuu inaruhusu kesi dhidi ya kampuni ya mafuta ya Uingereza juu ya uchafuzi wa maji

Afya

Scientists detect airborne MCCPs in Oklahoma for first time

Ambattur residents demand hospital, roads, and sewer upgrades

Residents of Ambattur are voicing demands for a government hospital, wider roads, better rail access, and sewer networks amid stalled growth. These calls come ahead of the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections in the constituency. Local groups highlight traffic congestion, healthcare access, and lake pollution issues.

University of Michigan study finds lab gloves skew microplastics data

30 Mwezi wa tatu, 2026 Imeripotiwa na AI

Researchers at the University of Michigan have discovered that common nitrile and latex lab gloves release particles resembling microplastics, potentially inflating pollution estimates. The study, led by Madeline Clough and Anne McNeil, traced contamination to stearates in the gloves during sample preparation. Switching to cleanroom gloves could reduce false positives significantly.

Asia