latex

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A University of Michigan study suggests that the nitrile and latex gloves scientists commonly use could be causing microplastics levels to appear higher than they actually are.

From Science Daily • Mar. 29, 2026

Many balloons are made from latex, which is a natural rubber from trees, but even latex-based balloons may require small amounts of oil-based chemicals during processing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 21, 2026

Near a fence they had clambered over, Gamboa said, she found a latex glove that contained Reyna’s DNA.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 29, 2026

The weekly Russian satire known as “Kukly” — or “Puppets,” in English — lampooned Russian leaders by rendering them as giant latex caricatures.

From Salon • Sep. 19, 2025

He pulls out his sketchbook and a charcoal pencil, surprising me as he puts on a pair of blue latex gloves.

From "Five Feet Apart" by Rachael Lippincott