Plastic is a ubiquitous contaminant of the Anthropocene. The highly diverse nature of
microplastic pollution means it is not a single contaminant, but a suite of chemicals that …

Microplastic (MP) pollution is one of the emerging threats to the water and terrestrial
environment, forcing a new environmental challenge due to the growing trend of plastic …

This study focused on investigating the occurrence, quantification, and the spatial and
temporal distribution of plastics in coastal surface water from 12 coastal regions in southern …

Microplastics are increasingly recognized as being globally widespread, but relatively little is
known about the presence and abundance of microplastics in samples collected in Polar …

Plastics are not only an environmental concern but also an issue of justice in the Arctic,
particularly in Inuit Nunangat (Inuit homelands), as plastics and other contaminants that …

Microplastics (MPs) are considered emerging and persistent pollutants, although most of the
research has been conducted on marine environments. Declines in honeybee populations …

Abstract Antarctic Specially Protected Areas (ASPAs) provide the strongest environmental
protection in Antarctica. However, they are not immune from anthropogenic pollution of …

This study addresses the critical environmental concerns surrounding microplastics, aiming
to elucidate the intricate factors influencing their behavior and interactions with organic …

Plastic fabrication is increasing worldwide in response to daily human demands. This mass
production is linked to the immense plastic marine litter found all around the world: each …

Plastics are an immense family of unique and versatile materials which play an essential
role in modern society and are an indispensable part of our daily lives. With a global …