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Dr. Melanie Bergmann @melaniebergma18.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

The @scientistscoa.bsky.social response to the #INC Chair’s ‚Aid to Negotiations‘ for the #PlasticsTreaty is now available ⬇️ ➡️ 🇬🇧 lnkd.in/eQsSpkam ➡️ 🇫🇷 lnkd.in/euxinvuw ➡️ 🇪🇸 lnkd.in/et9ceJmW Want to get in touch? Have a scientific question? #Plastics ➡️ Email us: secretariat@scientistscoalition.org

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jmuncke.bsky.social @jmuncke.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

this 👇 most days I feel like I'm stuck in brainstorm mode aka primordial vomit 😂

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jmuncke.bsky.social @jmuncke.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

Feeling gloomy or even despair about the future? Invest 30 min into this episode of Nate Hagens' podcast The Great Simplification for tangible, actionable, and inspiring ideas/suggestions of how to do something meaningful that will heal yourself AND those around you, all species included.

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How to Plant Seeds for a Better Future | Frankly 154

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jmuncke.bsky.social @jmuncke.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

love this graffiti--in Paris, opposite Hotel du Nord. Great depiction of non-duality--or just a reminder to embrace your inner monkey 🤓

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jmuncke.bsky.social @jmuncke.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

very nice new report on microplastics, hazardous chemicals in baby food from plastic pouches www.greenpeace.org/static/plane...

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John H @jhocevar.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

Bruce Lanphear's commentary on industry-funded science comms made me wonder how medical journals address what ISN'T being said. @jama.com @natmed.nature.com @ameracadpeds.bsky.social @thelancet.com @nejm.org @plosmedicine.org @annalsofim.bsky.social @bmj.com blanphear.substack.com/p/the-illusi...

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The Illusion of Safety—Again

How omission, not evidence, does the quiet work of reassurance

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jmuncke.bsky.social @jmuncke.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

best ad I've seen in a looooooong time--at London Bond Street tube station READ THIS BOOK 😍 only chapter missing is on the toxic relationship between ultraprocessed foods and plastic food packaging link.springer.com/article/10.1...

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jmuncke.bsky.social @jmuncke.bsky.social · 09/02/2026

if I were a plant this would be me

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jmuncke.bsky.social @jmuncke.bsky.social · 12/12/2025

a first for me: I did a TEDx talk! my background is in improvisational theatre (in addition to the science stuff of course) but for once I decided not to wing it and worked really hard on the narrative and slides and script. see for yourself--grateful to receive feedback 🙏 youtu.be/6rFJSryhj_Y?...

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How Plastic Packaging Impacts Human Health | Dr. Jane Muncke | TEDxGreatPacificGarbagePatch

YouTube video by TEDx Talks

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Greenpeace USA @greenpeaceusa.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

That’s right – plastic recycling is actually a MYTH. In our new report, Merchants of Myth, we explore the failures of plastic recycling after decades of being touted by corporations as a solution to the pollution crisis. Read the full report here: www.greenpeace.org/usa/merchant...

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Merchants of Myth: new report exposes plastic recycling as costly failure - Greenpeace - Greenpeace

A new report from Greenpeace USA reveals plastic recycling has largely failed after decades of being touted by corporations as a solution to the pollution crisis.

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jmuncke.bsky.social @jmuncke.bsky.social · 04/10/2025

Sometimes, lately, the world seems to be spinning out of control. But were we ever really "in control"...? This article gives me hope: the future is essentially unpredictable which means that good things can happen too. Accept reality but never give up hoping for miracles. iai.tv/articles/bio...

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Biology, not physics, holds the key to reality | Stuart Kauffman and Andrea Roli

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Joseph Winters @jbwinters.bsky.social · 26/09/2025

Philadelphia filed an extremely thorough lawsuit on Wed against SC Johnson (Ziploc) and Bimbo Bakeries over claims that their plastic bags are recyclable, accusing the companies of engaging in a "coordinated campaign of deception." @grist.org grist.org/accountabili...

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A ‘coordinated campaign of deception’: Philly sues 2 companies over misleading recycling labels

The lawsuit targets SC Johnson, owner of Ziploc bags, and Bimbo Bakeries, the country's biggest bread and snack food manufacturer.

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jmuncke.bsky.social @jmuncke.bsky.social · 04/09/2025

I really like this video. what an amazing collaboration ❤️

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Endocrine Society @endocrinesociety.bsky.social · 19/08/2025

Our members, Drs. @leotrasande.bsky.social, @smbrander.bsky.social, and @jmuncke.bsky.social, attended INC5.2 to educate European delegates about the health effects of EDCs and how they interfere with the endocrine system. Learn about our EDCs: bit.ly/2LCRwAr #EDCs #PlasticsTreaty (1/4)

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Endocrine Society @endocrinesociety.bsky.social · 03/09/2025

Our members, @leotrasande.bsky.social, MPP; Thomas Zoeller, PhD; @elleenvy.bsky.social; and @jmuncke.bsky.social, joined a panel of experts to discuss how science supports action at all governance levels to address and minimize exposure to EDCs: bit.ly/2simKTL @genevaenvironmentnetwork.org

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Rob Ralston @policyrelevant.bsky.social · 15/08/2025

I need to properly sort my thoughts out as it’s been a long two weeks, but I think framing these talks as a failure overlooks the fact that high ambition states refused to accept a waste management treaty where we go from here is unclear, but I think there remains grounds for optimism

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Plastic pollution treaty stalled as Geneva talks end without deal

Diplomats voiced disappointment and even rage that the 10-day talks produced no deal.

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Mⓐrtin Wⓐgner @martiwag.bsky.social · 09/07/2025

Over the past few years, our PlastChem team has worked tirelessly to map the chemical complexity of #plastics. Today, we publish the findings in @nature.com. We hope this evidence propels the development of safer plastics to protect human health and environment. 1/4 www.nature.com/articles/s41...

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Mapping the chemical complexity of plastics - Nature

An inventory of 16,325 known plastic chemicals, including >4,200 hazardous compounds, supports the development of safer plastics.

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The New Lede @thenewlede.bsky.social · 16/06/2025

“The science is established that mixtures of chemicals present below the individual threshold can cause effects,” said @jmuncke.bsky.social of @fpff.bsky.social. Scientists say the FDA must fix food packaging rules for #MAHA to matter. ⤵️ www.thenewlede.org/2025/06/fda-...

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FDA must fix food packaging rules for MAHA to matter, scientists say

By Brian Bienkowski A grim assessment of children’s health released by the Trump administration last month that pointed to several types of chemicals as contributors to chronic disease has scientist...

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jmuncke.bsky.social @jmuncke.bsky.social · 02/06/2025

thought provoking: what if governments considered ecosystem stability as critical for society (as they should)? What if progressive countries formed a NATO for nature? www.wackernagel.info/post/nato-fo...

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A NATO for NATURE? What if We Recognized the Need for Mutual Assurance?

Despite its many challenges and imperfections, NATO offers a remarkably effective architecture: it has teeth, and it delivers real, tangible benefits to its members.

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Seirian Sumner @waspwoman.bsky.social · 05/04/2025

How to create a #nature-literate society. My latest article @theconversation.com Revaluing naturalists' skills is essential for a future where we work with, not against, nature. Notice Name Nurture #GreenJobs theconversation.com/heres-how-to... @uclnews.bsky.social @curlewaction.bsky.social

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Here’s how to create a more nature-literate society

Nature literacy has inspired creativity and innovation for thousands of years.

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jmuncke.bsky.social @jmuncke.bsky.social · 12/03/2025

looking for empirical evidence on specific chemicals that leach from plastic (and other materials) into food? check out our updated FCCmigex systematic evidence map. 👇

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Sophie Greenwood @sjgreenwood.bsky.social · 10/03/2025

Please repost to get the word out! @nkgarg.bsky.social and I are excited to present a personalized feed for academics! It shows posts about papers from accounts you’re following bsky.app/profile/pape...

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jmuncke.bsky.social @jmuncke.bsky.social · 11/03/2025

if you're (still) interested in the science behind #microplastics #health and the role of food packaging www.nationalacademies.org/event/44668_...

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jmuncke.bsky.social @jmuncke.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

➡️ just out: Plastics matter in the food system. What is the role plastic plays as enabler of unsustainable food consumption? What indicators are needed to monitor change towards sustainability for the food system? www.nature.com/articles/s43...

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Plastics matter in the food system - Communications Earth & Environment

Pollution across the entire plastic lifecycle is a system-wide risk to food. Aspirational indicators related to plastic polymers and chemicals, land use, trade, and waste, environmental and human...

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jmuncke.bsky.social @jmuncke.bsky.social · 01/03/2025

How about we all take a moment to thank President Trump? I'm thankful for being reminded that freedom and peace are not something that should be taken for granted, ever, and that decent diplomacy is critical in this. And maybe add human decency to that list, too.

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IPEN: toxics-free @toxicsfree.bsky.social · 01/03/2025

Tom Perkins at the Guardian reports on research that found that consuming food from plastic takeout containers may significantly increase the risk of congestive heart failure. www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...

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Eating from plastic takeout containers can increase heart failure risk – study

Study, adding to rising evidence of plastic-linked health risks, points to gut biome changes as a cause of heart failure

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CUSP @cusp-research.bsky.social · 27/02/2025

This morning’s CUSP Stakeholder Meeting at the European Commission brought together experts to tackle key questions on regulation, awareness & media. The consensus? More research is crucial. The CUSP Roadmap will help guide future efforts - science, policy & action must go hand in hand!

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CUSP @cusp-research.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

Plastics: The Dinosaur in the Room At the Belgian Institute of Natural History, where fossils tell Earth’s past, we’re tackling a modern challenge: the health effects of micro- & nanoplastics. Stay tuned for further updates, as the CUSP Final Scientific Conference is in full swing.

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jmuncke.bsky.social @jmuncke.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

what an amazing team ❤️🙏👌 so grateful to be a part of this, so happy we had such a fantastic meeting 🤩

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CUSP @cusp-research.bsky.social · 25/02/2025

We’re excited to join Bluesky and share the latest on micro/nanoplastics and health! Today kicks off the CUSP Final Scientific Conference in Brussels, where key research on MNPs & health is presented. European Commission reps discussed policy & future research needs. Stay tuned for more updates!

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Joseph Winters @jbwinters.bsky.social · 05/02/2025

If "recycling" requires a constant stream of virgin plastic products, then what's the point? My cover story for @gristnews.bsky.social is about the problem of "downcycling," whereby used materials get downgraded into lower-quality products that can't themselves be recycled. grist.org/accountabili...

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The 'recycled' plastic in your shoes, shirts, and bags? It’s still destined for the landfill.

Here’s why that matters.

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Neil Tangri @tangri0.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

Hi folks! I made a starter pack of #plastic scientists -- many of whom closely follow the #plasticstreaty negotiations. Check them out! go.bsky.app/QA29MA

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jmuncke.bsky.social @jmuncke.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

Follow the Scientists’ Coalition for an Effective Plastics Treaty ➡️ bsky.app/profile/scie...

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jmuncke.bsky.social @jmuncke.bsky.social · 09/02/2025

I love this. By Nikki McClure one of my favorite contemporary artists

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jmuncke.bsky.social @jmuncke.bsky.social · 29/01/2025

happy to report that two of our peer-reviewed publications from @fpffoundation.bsky.social are listed in Wikipedia's 2024 in science en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2024_in...

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2024 in science - Wikipedia

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jmuncke.bsky.social @jmuncke.bsky.social · 14/01/2025

Forever fooled by the same PR tactics...? or will we be smart enought to see through the spin doctoring and do what is needed to protect the health of current and future humans & other living beings #ThereIsNoPlanetB #TwoPlusTwoIsFive

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Corporate Europe Observatory (CEO) @corporateeurope.org · 14/01/2025

#PFAS, or forever chemicals, are widespread. Check out our new report which shows how EU’s proposed PFAS restriction is at serious risk of being hijacked by corporate lobbying. Read it here and sign the petition for a #ToxicFreeEurope 👉 corporateeurope.org/en/chemical-...

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jmuncke.bsky.social @jmuncke.bsky.social · 01/01/2025

#KeyCharacteristics of metabolism disruptors a “framework to identify [chemicals] …that might have unintended effects on human metabolism […] obesity, diabetes mellitus, metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), and the metabolic syndrome.” www.nature.com/articles/s41...

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Consensus on the key characteristics of metabolism disruptors - Nature Reviews Endocrinology

This Consensus Statement uses available mechanistic knowledge on pharmaceutical, chemical, physical and biological agents to identify the key characteristics (KCs) of metabolism-disrupting agents (MDA...

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