Twenty years after the first publication that used the term microplastic, we review current
understanding, refine definitions, and consider future prospects. Microplastics arise from …

The interaction between microplastics (MPs) and pollutants is crucial for assessing the
environmental risk of MPs. It is necessary to pay attention to the adsorption/desorption …

Microplastics (MPs) are a serious threat in freshwater environments. The ecological risk and
abundance level of MPs in abiotic and biotic compartments of the Nile River haven't been …

Emerging evidence indicates that micro-and macro-plastics present in water can support a
diverse microbial community, including potential human pathogens (eg, bacteria, viruses) …

The pervasive issue of microplastics pollution has garnered public attention, yet urban
residents remain unaware of the threat within their living spaces. Urban road dust, as …

Globally, various policies are being implemented to phase out plastic, and South Korea has
set targets to reduce waste and increase recycling rates by 2030. Concerns about managing …

Water popularly termed the 'The Elixir of Life'is now polluted beyond control in several
regions. Microplastics, the tiny contaminants have found their way into all walks of life. They …

Urban runoff appears to be a pathway for transferring new emerging pollutants from land-
based sources to the aquatic environment. This paper aimed to identify and describe the …

Risk assessment of potential toxic elements (PTEs), microplastics (MPs) and
microorganisms in groundwater around landfills is critical. Waste from landfills seeps into …

This study investigates microplastics in urban environments, focusing on their abundance,
types, and relationships with hydrological parameters. Microplastic analyses encompassed …