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Engineered Algae Could Help Pull Microplastics Out of Water

University of Missouri researchers say a genetically modified algae strain can bind to microplastics in water, forming removable clumps while also helping clean wastewater.

Key Takeaways

Researchers engineered algae that use limonene to bind with microplastics in water.
The algae cause plastic particles to clump and sink, making removal easier.

DT Editorial Team·May 12, 2026·via sciencedaily.com

Artificial turf fights are spreading far beyond sports fields

Debates over synthetic turf are intensifying across the United States as schools, parks, and communities weigh convenience and durability against plastic waste, heat, and ecological costs.

Key Takeaways

Artificial turf is being debated in parks, schools, and community spaces across the US.
Supporters cite durability, lower maintenance, and more usable hours than grass.

DT Editorial Team·Apr 9, 2026·via technologyreview.com