From Bakelite to biohazard: The impacts of microplastics

About this episode

This episode explores the evolution of plastic and its environmental consequences with insights from experts in the field.

Tracing the history of plastic from a revolutionary invention to a modern environmental threat with micro plastics research scientist Abby Barrows and Utah Valley University Associate Professor Dr. Sally Rocks.

People in this episode

Guests: Abby Barrows, Dr Sally Rocks

Topics covered

• microplastics
• environmental impact
• plastic history
• scientific research

Keywords

• Bakelite
• biohazard
• Utah Valley University

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