# Microplastic shape can influence viral disease severity in rainbow trout

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- Published: 2026-10-29T20:20:12+00:00
- Category: Science
- Original: https://phys.org/news/2026-10-microplastic-viral-disease-severity-rainbow.html
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The shape of microplastics can influence how deadly a viral infection can be for fish, according to new research from William & Mary's Virginia Institute of Marine Science (VIMS). The findings suggest that some forms of plastic pollution pose greater biological risks than others, offering scientists a potential path toward reducing the environmental impacts of microplastics.

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