Three UK microplastics scientists receive prestigious Volvo Environment Prize


credit:

"There are more microplastics in the ocean than stars in the Milky Way." That's what three scientists from the UK were quoted as saying in a press release announcing this year's winners of the Volvo Environment Prize, which is given to those who have made "world-leading contributions to combatting pollution from microplastics," per the Guardian.

The researchers are Tamara Galloway of the University of Exeter, Penelope Lindeque of the University of Plymouth, and Richard Thompson of the University of Plymouth, who have been working together on the issue for more than 20 years.

"Our collaborations over the past decades are a perfect example of the two-up thinking required to address the global issue of microplastic pollution," Thompson says in the press release.

"We want our science to be beneficial to society and to protect our marine environment for future generations."

The researchers have found that microplastics are prevalent in almost all water systems, including streams, lakes, rivers, and oceans, and that by 2050, more plastic will be in the ocean than by weight, putting marine life in danger.

The researchers have also made "significant breakthroughs in understanding the effects of microplastics and particulate pollutants on marine organisms and human health," the press release notes. Read the Entire Article


Selected Grant News Headlines

A customized collection of grant news from foundations and the federal government from around the Web.

Accelerating Government Efficiency through Advanced Technologies and Innovation

When it comes to getting a driver's license in the US, there's a lot of red tape. In fact, more than half of the country's DMV offices are still manual, according to a new report from the...more

7.4 Representative Jennifer Mcclellan Talks Climate Resilience and Environmental Justice ...

Virginia Rep. Jennifer McClellan is the first black woman elected to Congress from her home state, and she's also the first black woman to represent it in the House of Representatives. But...more

Sandburg Nursing Program Receives State Grant for $96K

Carl Sandburg College in Monmouth, Ill., has been named one of 12 schools in the state to receive a $1.4 million grant from the Illinois Board of Higher Education to help increase the number of...more

Nonprofit Mission Statements: 30 Examples of Brands Who Are Crushing It [Infographic]

If you're in the market for a new website, you might want to check out this list of 30 nonprofit mission statements, rounded up by Nonprofit World. They're great if you're in the market for a new...more

Senior Director, Global Communications

One of the world's most prominent anti-poverty groups is looking for a senior director of global communications to help it "catch the moment" and "lift up the diversity of IPA's voices," Fortune...more

Rediscovering The Pella Community Art Center

If you've ever dreamed of owning your own business, you'll want to check out Pella, Iowa. The city is home to the Pella Art Center, which bills itself as "a valuable resource for all participants...more

Ball State University Announces Summer Experience for High School Students Interested in ...

Imagine graduating from high school in 2024 with a degree in interior design. That's the goal of Ball State University's Youth Interior Design Forum, which is offering a series of workshops for...more

The Graduate School of the Stowers Institute Names New President

Matt Gibson is leaving his post as dean of the Graduate School at the Stowers Institute for Medical Research in Kansas City, Mo., to become president of the Stowers Institute itself, effective July...more

Austin Online Academy Receives National Recognition

"As a passionate educator dedicated to fostering safe, welcoming environments enriched with meaningful learning experiences, being recognized as a 2024 Digital Learning Day honoree is incredibly...more

Eu Countries Express Conditional Support for 2040 Climate Target

France, Finland, Denmark, and Spain are among the European Union's most vocal supporters of a plan to slash carbon emissions by 90% from 1990 levels by 2040, the Guardian reports. According to...more





Here are the star companies that have succeeded in their corporate social responsibility (CSR) programs. The companies were gathered by Civic 50, a national initiative to survey and rank S&P 500 corporations on how they engage with the communities they serve and utilize best practices in their corporate cultures.




Jobs in the Social Sector

  Substance Abuse Jobs
  Foundation Related Jobs
  Social Services Jobs
  Program Director Jobs
  Substance Abuse Jobs