Microplastics' Sneaky Path

Microplastics' Sneaky Path

Corey A. Stevens, Luc Picard, Chris Viets, Abigail Lytton-Jean, David Mankus, Angela Belcher

Koch Institute at MIT

Microplastics are tiny pieces of plastic, and they're not good for our health. We are exposed to microplastics daily, in the food we eat and the water we drink. By imaging microplastics in mucus, we can learn how they can penetrate or even destroy the mucus defense system. It's like catching villains the act.

Pictures of mucus, macrophages, and microplastics are like snapshots of our body's defense mechanisms and the threats it faces. They can help us understand how our natural shields work and how to keep them strong, ensuring our body stays safe from harm. 

A black and white image of a fine, spongy lattice with a purple circle at the center

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