Wood Dust Device: The Ultimate Solution to Capture 99.9% of Microplastics in Water

Scientists at UBC's BioProducts Institute have developed a plant-based water filter called "bioCap" that can capture nearly 99.9% of microplastic particles in water. By adding tannins, natural plant compounds, to a layer of wood dust, the filter effectively traps microplastics. The researchers believe this scalable and sustainable solution could be used in municipal treatment systems or even for home use. Microplastics pose a significant threat to aquatic ecosystems and human health, and this innovative approach offers a promising way to combat the problem.