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Will a peer-reviewed study validate UBC's microplastic detection device by March 31, 2025?
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UBC Researchers Develop Device to Detect Microplastics in Coffee
Aug 28, 2024, 01:35 AM
Researchers at the University of British Columbia (UBC) have developed a new device capable of detecting microplastics in beverages such as coffee. This innovation addresses growing concerns about microplastic consumption, highlighted by a 2019 study from WWF and the University of Newcastle, which estimated that people ingest approximately 5 grams of plastic weekly. The device, featured in ACS Sensors, can deliver results in minutes, offering a quick and efficient method to assess microplastic content in drinks.
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