A perspective on the potential impact of microplastics and nanoplastics on the human central nervous system
Kimia Moiniafshari, Alessandra Zanut, Andrea Tapparo, Paolo Pastore, Sara Bogialli, Fazel Abdolahpur Monikh
Abstract
Micro- and nanoplastics may cross the blood–brain barrier and potentially contribute to neurodegenerative diseases.
Topics & Concepts
MicroplasticsPerspective (graphical)Central nervous systemEnvironmental scienceNeuroscienceBiologyEnvironmental chemistryChemistryComputer scienceArtificial intelligenceMicroplastics and Plastic PollutionNanoparticles: synthesis and applications