'Fish Mouth' Filter Removes 99% of Microplastics From Laundry ...
16 hours ago · The ancient evolution of fish mouths could help solve a modern source of plastic pollution. Inspired by these natural filtration systems, scientists in Germany have invented a way to …
Scientists Develop New Fish-Inspired Filter That Removes Over ...
Dec 15, 2025 · The design takes inspiration from the gill arch system found in fish. Early tests show that the patent-pending filter can remove more than 99 percent of plastic fibers from washing machine …
This fish-inspired filter removes over 99% of microplastics
Dec 23, 2025 · Washing machines release massive amounts of microplastics into the environment, mostly from worn clothing fibers. Researchers at the University of Bonn have developed a new, fish …
Fish Gill-Inspired Filter Removes Microplastics From Water ...
Dec 8, 2025 · Discover how a new water filter inspired by the gill arches in fish removes over 99% of plastic fibers from washing machine wastewater.
Sardine-inspired washing machine filter removes 99% of ...
Dec 5, 2025 · Sardine-inspired washing machine filter removes 99% of microplastics The home appliance can easily generate as much as 500 grams of microplastics each year. Andrew Paul …
Innovative Filter Eliminates 99% of Microplastics in Laundry
1 day ago · A new filtration system known as the ‘Fish Mouth’ filter has been developed to effectively remove up to 99% of microplastics from laundry wastewater. This innovative technology addresses a …
Filter removes 99% of microplastics released by washing ...
Dec 20, 2025 · Your washing machine releases hundreds of grams of microplastics a year — a new filter removes 99% of them