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Innovative Wearable Detects Microplastics in Humans Non-Invasively

July 11, 2026Сергей Рязанцев1 мин

Researchers at the University of Tartu are pioneering the development of a groundbreaking wearable device, resembling a smartwatch. This innovative technology employs spectrometry to accurately identify and measure plastic particles within the human body. Crucially, this advanced detection method is entirely non-invasive, offering a significant breakthrough by eliminating the need for blood samples.

This development holds immense promise for monitoring the growing issue of microplastic accumulation in human health, addressing a concern often described as "far more sinister" than its appearance suggests.