Background: Plastics have conveyed great benefits to humanity and made possible some of
the most significant advances of modern civilization in fields as diverse as medicine …

Since the advent of microplastics, it has become a vital component, directly or indirectly, in
our daily lives. With advancements in their use, microplastics have become an integral part …

The occurrence of microplastics (MPs) pollution in sediments has brought huge challenges
to the development of society. Pollution control of MPs in sediments has become an …

Although most deep-sea areas are remote in comparison to coastal zones, a growing body
of literature indicates that many sensitive ecosystems could be under increased stress from …

Plastic pollution is present in most marine environments; however, contamination in pelagic
predators, including species of economic interest, is still poorly understood. This study aims …

Human settlements within the Antarctic continent have caused significant coastal pollution
by littering plastic. The present study assessed the potential presence of microplastics in the …

Plastics, due to their varied properties, find use in different sectors such as agriculture,
packaging, pharmaceuticals, textiles, and construction, to mention a few. Excessive use of …

Microplastics (MPs) are found in rivers and offshore areas. However, there is a lack of
detailed research on the changes of surface microbial species attached to MPs when MPs …

Global plastic production has surged since the 1960s, resulting in the pervasive presence of
microplastics in the environment, yet there is a substantial gap in understanding historical …

Plastic debris is ubiquitous in the hydrosphere. Yet, we lack an understanding of
contamination among deep-sea species and primarily how each trait can influence …