This review explores the hidden hazards associated with the reuse of treated wastewater
and sewage sludge in agriculture while proposing mitigation strategies. It examines the …

Microplastics (MPs) pose risks to both aquatic ecosystems and human health. This study
investigated MPs in the shells and soft tissues of hard clams (Meretrix taiwanica) cultured in …

Microplastics are pollutants formed from fragmented plastics and are also industrially
manufactured for personal care and cosmetic products. They range from 1 µm to 5 mm and …

Microplastics (MPs) in aquatic environments can be associated with various substances,
including persistent organic pollutants, which add to the problem of plastic ecotoxicity. The …

In Australia, quality standards for composts and potting mixes are defined by AS4454–2012
and AS3743–2012. These standards outline key parameters, including physicochemical …

Algae-derived organic matter (ADOM) is a key source of chromophoric dissolved organic
matter (CDOM) in natural waters. When exposed to solar irradiation, ADOM undergoes …

In this study, environmental microplastic samples (> 30 μm) were collected from surface
seawater and the water column, characterized, and used to assess ecological risks. The …

Microplastic pollution is a growing concern worldwide, with rivers and their tributaries
playing a pivotal role in transporting and distributing these particles throughout ecosystems …

Microplastics (MPs) in aquatic environments has been observed globally. However, the
ecological risks of MP pollution in riverhead prior to highly urbanized region remain poorly …

Persistent microplastics (MPs) accumulation in the aqueous environments is considered a
threat to the ecosystem, potentially harming aquatic species and human health. In view of …