Nanoplastics and 'forever chemicals' shown to disrupt molecular structures and functionality

Researchers at The University of Texas at El Paso have made significant inroads in understanding how nanoplastics and per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS)—commonly known as forever chemicals—disrupt biomolecular structure and function. The work shows that the compounds can alter proteins found in human breast milk and infant formulas—potentially causing developmental issues downstream.