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Reviewing the fundamentals and best practices to characterize microplastics using state-of-the-art quantum-cascade laser reflectance-absorbance spectroscopy [PDF]

open access: yesTrAC Trends in Analytical Chemistry 188 (2025) 118229
Microplastic pollution studies depend on reliable identification of the suspicious particles. Out of the various analytical techniques available to characterize them, infrared transflectance using a tuneable mid-IR quantum cascade laser is a high-throughput state-of-the-art imaging option, specifically Agilent QCL-LDIR (Quantum Cascade Laser Direct ...
arxiv   +1 more source

Reduction in the Input of Microplastics into the Aquatic Environment via Wastewater Treatment Plants in Germany

open access: yesMicroplastics
Microplastic (MP) has emerged as a significant environmental challenge due to increased plastic production and its widespread presence in the environment.
Philipp Lau   +7 more
doaj   +1 more source

Long‐Lasting Hydrophilicity Induced by Ultraviolet Light on Surface Modified Hydrophobic Polylactic Acid

open access: yesJournal of Applied Polymer Science, EarlyView.
In light of increasing applications of compostable materials, surface treatment on PLA to increase roughness and hydrophobicity has been investigated. However, modifying wettability might hinder degradation. UVC exposure has significant effects on the wettability of textured PLA substrates, allowing a complete wettability switch due to chain scission ...
William Simon   +8 more
wiley   +1 more source

Investigations into the characterization, degradation, and applications of biodegradable polymers by mass spectrometry

open access: yesMass Spectrometry Reviews, EarlyView., 2023
Abstract Biodegradable polymers have been getting more and more attention because of their contribution to the plastic pollution environmental issues and to move towards a circular economy. Nevertheless, biodegradable materials still exhibit various disadvantages restraining a widespread use in the market.
Paola Rizzarelli   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Hubs for Interactive Literature (HILs) as a Complimentary Visual Tool for Reviews

open access: yesMicroplastics
In the last few years, microplastics research has exploded, with the field exploring new procedures and techniques that focus on a variety of scientific and policy issues.
Katie Stallings   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

Food Contact Compatibility of Bioplastic Materials Filled With Degradable Additives for Repeated‐Use Food Applications

open access: yesJournal of Applied Polymer Science, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT The packaging sector is the primary contributor to plastic waste due to the prevalence of disposable packaging. Although there is extensive literature on sustainable single‐use packaging, studies on reusable biomaterials and their compliance with food contact regulations remain scarce.
Emanuela Drago   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Microscopic Image Dataset with Segmentation and Detection Labels for Microplastic Analysis in Sewage: Enhancing Research and Environmental Monitoring

open access: yesMicroplastics
We introduce a novel microscopic image dataset augmented with segmentation and detection labels specifically designed for microplastic analysis in sewage environments.
Gwanghee Lee   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

Production of a Polylactic Acid‐Based, Chitosan‐ and TiO2‐Modified Biodegradable Antimicrobial Coating Material and Investigation of Its Physical Properties

open access: yesJournal of Applied Polymer Science, EarlyView.
Biopolymer coating synthesized with PLA and TiO2 successfully shows a very good barrier property against water on paper. It is supported by SEM that the coating has a good surface appearance. ABSTRACT Polymer wastes are increasingly threatening the environment.
Serat Kotan, Doğan Tutak
wiley   +1 more source

Protocol for the removal of polyvinyl chloride microplastics from water using activated jute stick charcoal

open access: yesSTAR Protocols
Summary: We present a protocol to remove polyvinyl chloride-based microplastics (MPs) from aquatic environments using jute stick activated charcoal (JSAC) as an adsorbent.
Nur Alom   +5 more
doaj  

Progress in Research on Microplastic Prevalence in Tropical Coastal Environments: A Case Study of the Johor and Singapore Straits

open access: yesMicroplastics
Microplastics are contaminants in marine ecosystems, posing great threats to biota and human health. In this work, we provide an overview of the progress made in understanding microplastic prevalence in tropical coastal environments, focusing on the ...
Emily Curren   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

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