What Are Microplastics? Health Risks, Environmental Impact, and Human Exposure

Microplastics are tiny plastic particles now found in air, water, soil, food and even the human body. This article explains where microplastics come from, how they spread through ecosystems, what recent research says about their potential health impacts and what practical steps communities can take to reduce plastic pollution.

This Robo-Fish Eats Microplastics — And May Help Save Our Oceans

A team at the University of Surrey has developed a 3D-printed robotic fish named Gillbert that filters microplastics from water using artificial gills. Inspired by real fish anatomy and designed to patrol polluted waterways, Gillbert represents a powerful step toward scalable, biomimetic cleanup solutions. At EcoServants®, we explore how this innovation aligns with our mission and why you should join the movement to protect our planet.