Microplastics have been observed in most environments, and their concentrations are
expected to increase over the coming decades given the continued and increased …

Plastic debris constitutes up to 87% of marine litter and represents one of the most frequently
studied vectors for marine alien species with invasive potential in the last 15 years. This …

Coral reefs are losing the capacity to sustain their biological functions. In addition to other
well-known stressors, such as climatic change and overfishing, plastic pollution is an …

Marine debris and plastic pollution affect all coastal habitats, however coastal debris studies
are predominantly performed on sandy beaches. Other coastal habitats, such as mangroves …

Improved public understanding of the ocean and the importance of sustainable ocean use,
or ocean literacy, is essential for achieving global commitments to sustainable development …

Plastic debris is the most common and exponentially increasing human pollutant in the
world's ocean. The distribution and impact of plastic in the Pacific and Atlantic oceans have …

Monitoring beach plastic contamination across space and time is necessary for
understanding its sources and ecological effects, and for guiding mitigation. This is …

Marine litter is one of the most relevant pollution problems that our oceans are facing today.
Marine litter in our oceans is a major threat to a sustainable planet. Here, we provide a …

Coastal habitats have been suggested to serve as a sink for unaccounted plastic debris,
ie,“missing plastic” in the sea, and hence, a hotspot of plastic pollution in the marine and …

Marine plastic pollution is a global issue, from the shores to the open ocean. Understanding
the pathway and fate of plastic debris is fundamental to manage and reduce plastic …