March 2024

Mosquito bites aren’t just itchy and irritating. They can also spread disease. Researchers are testing ways to stop mosquitoes from biting people and keep those who are bitten from getting sick.

Plastics have become part of our daily lives. We make and use so much plastic that plastic pollution is now a big concern. Scientists are studying how tiny pieces of plastic—called microplastics or nanoplastics—might affect human health.