The Hidden Plastic Inside Us (And Why It’s Rising Fast) (#292)

About this episode

Dr. Matthew Campen discusses the presence of tiny plastic fragments in the human body and their surprising sources.

Scientists are finding tiny fragments of plastic inside the human body - including the brain. Dr. Matthew Campen of the University of New Mexico explains how they get there - and why the biggest source may surprise you.

People in this episode

Host: Lynn Thoman

Guest: Dr. Matthew Campen

Topics covered

• plastic pollution
• human health
• environmental science
• microplastics
• brain health

Keywords

• plastic
• microplastics
• human body
• brain
• environment

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: University of New Mexico

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