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Imptox Public Workshop Micro- Nanoplastics & Human Health: Insights from Science and Research (pt1)
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This workshop report summarizes presentations from the Imptox public workshop where European experts discussed emerging evidence on the health impacts of micro- and nanoplastics, highlighting current research gaps and the need for better exposure assessment and hazard characterization in human health studies.
Experts gather at the Imptox workshop to discuss the emerging understanding of micro- and nanoplastics' impact on human health. On Friday, March 24th, 2023, the successful Imptox public workshop attracted a large audience discussing the potential health impacts of micro- and nanoplastics with experts from all over Europe. The Imptox project has received funding from the EU’s H2020 framework program for research and innovation under grant agreement n. 965173
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