Dr. Ian Mudway

Join Professor Ian Mudway, an environmental toxicologist from Imperial College London, as he dives into the pressing issue of microplastics in our environment and bodies. He discusses their alarming prevalence in food and air and the complexities surrounding their health implications. The conversation balances public fascination with scientific evidence, tackling misconceptions and the role of media in shaping perceptions. Mudway emphasizes the need for clear communication and research, urging a broader view of environmental health priorities.

In a riveting discussion, Dr. Ian Mudway, an environment and health expert, reveals the hidden dangers of microplastics in our daily lives. He explains how microplastics enter our bodies and their potential effects on male fertility and hormones. The conversation also delves into the alarming presence of microplastics in our food supply and the effectiveness of organic options. Dr. Mudway offers practical tips for reducing exposure, emphasizing the importance of clean air and conscious consumer choices to safeguard health.

Dr Ian Mudway, environmental health researcher at Imperial College with 25+ years studying pollution and health. He exposes the material and human costs of our devices, from rare-earth mining and artisanal cobalt harms to toxic e-waste and data-centre energy and water use. He also interrogates AI’s growing resource demand and urges ethical, high-value digital choices.