You’re Surrounded by Microplastics: What’s the Danger & What to do About it?

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Dear IFB Global Family,

On January 20, 2026 at 09:00 a.m. EST-New York, we are hosting an inspiring global virtual session on microplastics: You’re Surrounded by Microplastics: What’s the Danger & What to do About it? We are being swarmed by microplastics. Mounting research shows that these tiny plastic particles are increasingly contaminating every corner of our planet and burrowing their way into our bodies, fueling growing public concern. As scientific attention and media coverage grows, we believe we’re approaching a tipping point of consumer demand for microplastic-free products, offering clear market whitespace for brands with concrete solutions that not only protect health but also accelerate the transition away from plastics.

Core Themes & Questions

• What do we know about how microplastics might be affecting our health?
• What are steps we can take to minimize our exposure and protect ourselves?
• How are innovators creating scalable solutions to reduce microplastic exposure in food, water, textiles, and consumer products?
• What are the most promising opportunities in microplastic prevention, filtration, and alternative materials?
• What are we doing to confront this challenge?

Who Should Attend

• Impact investors, family offices, and fund managers focused on human health, longevity, preventive medicine, and health innovation; climate-focused investors interested in accelerating the transition away from plastics.

Takeaways

• An evidence-based look at the health impacts of microplastics and the smartest ways to reduce exposure.
• How regulation, public awareness, a growing body of research, and media coverage are catalyzing demand for microplastic-free solutions.
• A look at the market landscape of firms tackling the microplastic threat and how SilkWater Ventures is taking on this challenge with a distinct mission and model.

Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/YhqURN2jSBqGcJJzP2naLA

We look forward to your participation.

Keyvan & The IFB Team