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Study: Cigarette filters are an underestimated source of microplastic pollution
January 16, 2026
BUFFALO, New York, Jan. 16 -- The University at Buffalo (State University of New York) posted the following news release:

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Study: Cigarette filters are an underestimated source of microplastic pollution

Filters release two dozen microfibers upon first contact with water, threatening wildlife and human health 

By Peter Murphy and Cory Nealon

BUFFALO, N.Y. - It is well known that discarded cigarette butts release nicotine, heav . . .

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