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Missouri scientists shatter records with a revolutionary 98% nanoplastic removal technique - outperforming all previous cleanup methods by nearly 20%.
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What makes these invisible plastic invaders so dangerous? They're smaller than human hair and have infiltrated 83% of global tap water.
Nature-inspired solution uses water-hating solvents that act like tiny magnets, pulling nanoplastics right out of contaminated water.
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Conventional filters proved powerless against these microscopic threats, with even the best systems failing to capture more than 85% of particles.
A staggering 14 million tons of plastic waste enters our oceans annually, breaking down into nanoscopic fragments that slip past traditional treatment methods.
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Professor Gary Baker's team developed a groundbreaking formula that works in both fresh and saltwater - but how does it actually work?
The WHO's alarming report reveals 90% of bottled water contains these harmful particles - making this breakthrough particularly timely.
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Unlike previous solutions, this innovative method uses sustainable ingredients while achieving unprecedented cleaning efficiency.
As plastic waste continues to accumulate worldwide, this Missouri lab's discovery could revolutionize how we protect our drinking water.
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Cambridge Innovation Transforms Seawater into Clean Water and Hydrogen Fuel