This study presents the first comprehensive analysis of anthropogenic debris on the
riverbanks of the Ciliwung River, covering upstream to downstream areas. The mean of …

Background Ethnobotanical knowledge about the role of plants in fisheries provides
valuable ecological information vital for sustainable management of local resources; …

Microplastic ingestion poses a significant concern for a plethora of marine organisms due to
its widespread presence in marine ecosystems. Despite growing scientific interest, the …

Abstract The Mediterranean Sea is recognized as one of the most polluted areas by floating
plastics. During the Tara Mediterranean expedition, an extensive sampling of plastic debris …

Anthropogenic marine debris and invasive species are pervasive in the ocean. However,
research on the mechanisms and dynamics controlling their distribution in marine systems …

Plastic is a widespread marine pollutant, with most studies focusing on the distribution of
floating plastic debris at the sea surface. Recent evidence, however, indicates a significant …

Abstract Microplastics (MP; 1 µm–5 mm) and microfibers (MF; thin, elongated particles with a
high-length-to-width ratio) have become a major global environmental issue due to their …

Assessment of microplastic (MP) contamination is still needed to evaluate this threat
correctly and tackle this issue. Here, MP contamination was assessed for a meso-tidal …

Microplastics (MPs) have caused global concerns due to their detrimental effects on
ecosystems and even humans. Recycling aged plastic products ahead of MPs generation …

The dawn of mass plastic production in the early 20th century has accelerated the
penetration of microplastics into the environment, making them known to be an insidious …