Article
Environmental Sciences
Marieh Arekhi, Leigh G. Terry, T. Prabhakar Clement
Summary: This study investigates the photodegradation of PAHs under natural sunlight and two types of artificial LED light sources (full-spectrum and UV-A). The results show that high molecular weight PAHs are primarily degraded by photodegradation, while lighter PAHs are degraded by both photodegradation and evaporation. The rates of PAH photodegradation induced by full-spectrum LED light are similar to those induced by natural sunlight, but the rates under UV-A LED light are significantly higher. Therefore, UV-A LED light is the optimal low-cost light source for studying PAH photodegradation processes under laboratory conditions.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Sreejith Kottuparambil, Ananya Ashok, Alan Barozzi, Gregoire Michoud, Chunzhi Cai, Daniele Daffonchio, Carlos M. Duarte, Susana Agusti
Summary: Understanding the immediate impacts of oil spills is crucial for predicting their long-term consequences on the marine environment. This study investigated the early signals of crude oil in seawater and plankton after a major oil spill in the Red Sea. The findings revealed significant incorporation of oil carbon into the dissolved organic carbon pool, alterations in UV absorption, elevated oil fluorescence emissions, changes in the carbon isotope composition of the seawater, enrichment of specific bacterial genera, and the presence of oil pollutants in zooplankton tissues. These early signs highlight the importance of predicting the long-term impacts of marine oil spills.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Xianghui Kong, Ranran Dong, Thomas King, Feifei Chen, Haoshuai Li
Summary: This study evaluated the potential and diversity of the bacterium Bacillus sp. PAH-2 in degrading polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) present in marine environments. The results demonstrated that PAH-2 showed high degradation rates against specific PAHs such as Benzo (a) anthracene (BaA), Pyrene (Pyr), and Benzo (a) pyrene (BaP). The study also highlighted the ability of PAH-2 to degrade substances with poor molecular structure stability and the potential application of PAH-2 in degrading PAHs in crude oil.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Jun Hu, Chun Sun, Li-xu Wu, Guo-qing Zhao, Hong-yin Liu, Fei-peng Jiao
Summary: The present research focused on the fabrication of FCCN/LDH nanohybrids for the photodegradation of TC in artificial seawater. Halogen doping g-C3N4 was prepared using hydrothermal and thermal polycondensation methods, and FCCN/LDH binary nanocomposites were synthesized via a co-precipitation process. The hybrid material exhibited enhanced photocatalytic degradation efficiency in the seawater system due to appropriate band alignment and electron-hole pairs transfer mechanism. The Z-scheme mechanism suggested that h+ and center dot O2- active species were the key free radicals involved in the photodegradation process.
SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jianghua Huang, Baikang Zhu, Debin Song, Bohong Wang, Lihui Chen, Lu Lu, Qingguo Chen, Limei Gai, Chunyang Zhai, Li Chen, Hengcong Tao
Summary: A novel Bi2S3/CeVO4 S-scheme heterojunction photocatalyst was prepared by solvent thermal method. The construction of S-scheme heterostructure facilitated the separation and migration of photogenerated carriers, resulting in excellent redox capacity and efficient production of free radicals. The optimized Bi2S3/CeVO4 heterojunction showed high degradation efficiency for naphthalene in both pure water and simulated seawater.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Emilia Baszanowska, Zbigniew Otremba
Summary: This study aims to improve the detection of oil substances in the marine environment by discussing the use of a fluorescence indicator-fluorometric index (FIo/w). The results showed that FIo/w is dependent on the presence of oil in seawater, the oil-in-water ratio, and the months of the considered season.
Article
Chemistry, Organic
Maryam Abbasi, Farshid Kafilzadeh, Azar Sabokbar, Azam Haddadi
Summary: This study isolated phenanthrene degrading bacteria from petroleum polluted environments and assessed their growth kinetics. Different bacterial genera were isolated and Bacillus mojavensis showed prominent activity in phenanthrene biodegradation. The findings suggest that bacteria producing biosurfactants can biodegrade phenanthrene under optimal conditions.
POLYCYCLIC AROMATIC COMPOUNDS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Precillia Cochard, Myriam Laurie, Bruno Veyrand, Bruno Le Bizec, Benjamin Poirot, Philippe Marchand
Summary: This study used honeybees as bioindicators to investigate PAHs pollution in 36 industrial sites in France. The research found that as the level of human activity in the environment increased, the concentration of PAH7 also increased, and that 5 out of 20 compounds analyzed were significantly impacted by the landscape context.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Sabereh Salesi, Alireza Nezamzadeh-Ejhieh
Summary: This study prepared a highly efficient AgI/Ag2WO4 binary photocatalyst and characterized it. The experimental results showed that the coupled catalyst can effectively degrade organic pollutants. Furthermore, the performance of the coupled catalyst was influenced by the AgI:Ag2WO4 mole ratio and grinding time.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Tomas Gramblicka, Ondrej Parizek, Michal Stupak, Jana Pulkrabova
Summary: Nitrofluoranthene (2-nFA), and 1-nitropyrene (1-nPYR), were detected in 89%, 96%, and 33% of the samples, with concentration ranges of <0.60-902, <0.60-276, and <0.60-117 pg m-3 air, respectively. Slightly higher levels of oxy-and nitro-PAHs were found in Ceske Budejovice compared to Most, but the difference was not statistically significant (p-value >0.05). There was a significant difference in concentrations between February and May, with much higher levels in February for both regions. The diagnostic ratio 2-nFA/1-nPYR >5 indicated indirect emissions as the primary nitro-PAH source in Most, while in Ceske Budejovice, direct emissions were identified as the main source, especially in winter. Direct emissions originate from combustion of fossil fuels (transportation-related) and solid fuels (heating-related), while indirect emissions are related to atmospheric reactions of PAHs with OH radicals (spring, winter) and NO3 radicals (winter). The total TEQB[a]P was higher in winter, indicating higher inhalation cancer risk compared to spring.
ATMOSPHERIC ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Organic
Olusola Adedayo Adesina, Daniel Raphael Ejike Ewim, Mayowa Lala, Adebayo Ogunyemi, Adekunle Tirimisiyu Adeniyi
Summary: This study found high levels of Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbon (PAHs) in soil samples from the Niger Delta region, indicating significant health risks from human contact with the polluted soil through ingestion, inhalation, and dermal exposure.
POLYCYCLIC AROMATIC COMPOUNDS
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Katiuska Alexandrino, Nazly E. Sanchez, Rasa Zalakeviciute, Wilber Acuna, Fausto Viteri
Summary: This study investigates the relationship between the concentration of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) in Araucaria heterophylla needles and different emission sources and road characteristics in the urban areas of Quito, Ecuador. The results indicate that non-traffic related emission sources and road characteristics play an important role in PAH emissions.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Anthony M. Santana, Sadia Arif, Kristina Evteyeva, Fernando Barbosa Jr, Andres D. Campiglia
Summary: Oil spills release significant amounts of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) into aquatic ecosystems, and sunlight can degrade PAHs. This study examined the impact of dioctyl sulfosuccinate (DOSS) on the photodegradation of the toxic PAH benzo[a]pyrene (BaP) in water. The presence of DOSS extended the half-life of BaP during photodegradation.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Kaiyi Wu, Rosaria Tizzani, Hans Zweers, Huub Rijnaarts, Alette Langenhoff, Tania Fernandes
Summary: This study investigated the removal processes and kinetics of six organic micropollutants (OMPs) during cultivation of Scenedesmus obliquus. The results showed that different OMPs had different removal mechanisms, and the presence of OMPs mixture inhibited the photodegradation and biodegradation of some individual OMPs.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Qinyi Li, Qiangting Zheng, Jiamin Gong, Xiaoyu Guo, Haifeng Yang
Summary: In this study, Fe3O4/Ag@IP6-C3 nanomaterials were fabricated, which can enrich PAHs molecules and exhibit a significant SERS effect. The optimized SERS effect of Fe3O4/Ag@IP6-C3 was validated by simulations and experiments. The Fe3O4/Ag@IP6-C3-based SERS protocol showed specific response to pyrene. The detection linear range and limit of detection for pyrene met the related standards.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Ecology
Yibo Liu, Baiyu Zhang, Yixin Zhang, Yanping Shen, Cheng Cheng, Weilin Yuan, Ping Guo
Summary: This study investigates the microbial interactions in organic matter decomposition (OMD) and the influence of environmental factors on microbial interactions in river ecosystems. The researchers use cotton strip as a substitute for organic matter in the Luanhe River Basin in China. The results show that bacteria and fungi cooperatively form an interaction network to achieve the decomposition of cotton strip. The key modules in the network, mainly composed of Proteobacteria and Ascomycota, are identified as the effective decomposers. Water temperature and total nitrogen are dominant environmental factors positively influencing the decomposition process.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Cuirin Cantwell, Xing Song, Xixi Li, Baiyu Zhang
Summary: In this study, quantitative structure-property relationship (QSAR) modeling was used to predict the adsorption behavior of 209 PBDE congeners, and the biodegradability of common PBDE congeners was evaluated through molecular docking analysis. The results highlight the significant role of bromination degree in the absorption and biodegradation of PBDEs in soil.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ruizhi Zhou, Caiqing Yan, Qiaoyun Yang, Hongya Niu, Junwen Liu, Fanli Xue, Bing Chen, Taomeizi Zhou, Haibiao Chen, Junyi Liu, Yali Jin
Summary: The implementation of Blue Sky War in Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei (BTH) region, China, has significantly reduced the concentrations of organic carbon (OC) and elemental carbon (EC) in the atmosphere, and the levels of secondary organic carbon (SOC) showed a fluctuating trend. This study highlights the importance of controlling primary emissions and conducting further research on SOC formation.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Min Yang, Baiyu Zhang, Xiujuan Chen, Qiao Kang, Boyang Gao, Kenneth Lee, Bing Chen
Summary: This study investigated the transport of microplastic-oil-dispersant agglomerates (MODAs) in a simulated ocean system and explored related mechanisms under different conditions. It was found that heavy oil-formed MODAs mainly stayed at the seawater surface, while light oil-formed MODAs were distributed throughout the seawater column. Increased salinity promoted the transport of certain MODAs, and minerals facilitated the sinking of large microplastic-formed MODAs. The study proposed a MODA-mineral system and recommended Rubey's equation for predicting sinking velocity.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Xiaying Xin, Bing Chen, Min Yang, Sichen Gao, Hongjie Wang, Wenwen Gu, Xixi Li, Baiyu Zhang
Summary: This review examines the interaction between microplastics/nanoplastics and co-existing contaminants, such as organic contaminants, potentially toxic elements, and metal/metal-oxide nanoparticles. The characteristics of the plastics, including polymer type, size, functional groups, and weathering, influence their combined effects with the co-existing contaminants. Mixture toxicity is not only affected by these factors, but also by the type of contaminants, their concentrations, exposure time, dissolved organic matter, and surfactants. Different organisms show different responses to the complex system. Organic contaminants can be biodegraded, which may enhance or alleviate mixture toxicity. Potentially toxic elements can be adsorbed and desorbed under changing environments, further affecting the combined effects. The presence of metal/metal-oxide nanoparticles is more complicated, as some particles may release ion metals, increasing the contaminant composition.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Fei Zheng, Xin Guo, Mingyang Tang, Dong Zhu, Hongtao Wang, Xiaoru Yang, Bing Chen
Summary: This study assessed soil heavy metal pollution in different urbanization regions (urban area, suburb, and ecoregion) in Baoding City, Northern China. The results showed that suburban areas had higher levels of heavy metal contamination compared to urban or ecoregion areas, primarily originating from agricultural activity, industrial sources, and natural sources. Carcinogenic risks to children's health were highest in suburban areas, followed by the ecoregion, but not in urban areas.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Editorial Material
Environmental Sciences
Jianbing Li, Kenneth Lee, Bing Chen, Guangji Hu, Shan Zhao
FRONTIERS IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Fukai Xu, Jiunian Guan, Yumei Zhou, Ziwei Song, Yanping Shen, Yibo Liu, Xiaohui Jia, Baiyu Zhang, Ping Guo
Summary: This study is the first to investigate the effects of freeze-thaw (FT) and microplastics (MPs) on the distribution of antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) in soil aggregates. The results showed that FT increased the relative abundance of ARGs in different aggregates by promoting the growth of intI1 and ARG host bacteria. However, polyethylene MPs hindered this increase caused by FT. The study also revealed that FT, MPs, and their integration promoted the proliferation of human pathogenic bacteria in soil aggregates.
Article
Materials Science, Coatings & Films
Bing Chen, Guosong Zhang, Zongjia Zhang, Zongyu Wang, Chunfen Guo, Xiaojie Song
Summary: This study investigates the effect of annealing on laser-cladded high entropy alloy coatings and finds that annealing can reduce the impact of phase separation and elemental segregation, leading to improved overall performance. The coating annealed at 800°C exhibits good consistency in wear and corrosion resistance.
SURFACE & COATINGS TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Siyang Cheng, Xinghong Cheng, Jianzhong Ma, Xiangde Xu, Wenqian Zhang, Jinguang Lv, Gang Bai, Bing Chen, Siying Ma, Steffen Ziegler, Sebastian Donner, Thomas Wagner
Summary: In this study, we conducted mobile MAX-DOAS measurements in the Three Rivers' Source region over the Tibetan Plateau to investigate the tropospheric concentrations of NO2 and HCHO. The results show a decrease in NO2 and HCHO VCDs with increasing altitude, and the spatial distribution of HCHO VCDs is influenced by natural and meteorological conditions.
ATMOSPHERIC CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Zheng Wang, Chunjiang An, Kenneth Lee, Qi Feng, Baiyu Zhang
Summary: This study investigates the effects of nanobubbles (NBs) on the fate and transport of pollutants in coastal areas. The properties and influencing factors of NBs were determined. NBs significantly increased dissolved oxygen concentration and altered water pH, zeta potential, and surface tension. Low salinity favored NB generation, while high salinity inhibited it. This study demonstrates the significant role of NBs in the environmental behaviors of pollutants in coastal areas.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Bo Liu, Baiyu Zhang, Guihua Dong, Fei Wu, Bing Chen
Summary: Chlorination is a commonly used technique for drinking water disinfection, but it can produce disinfection by-products (DBPs) that threaten water safety. This study introduces environmental microfluidics to a UVA-LED photocatalytic oxidation system for the rapid oxidation of organic matter. The results show that low pH conditions favor the adsorption and degradation of organic matter. The microreactor effectively reduces DBP formation potential and increases water purification efficiency.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Fatemeh Salami, Jian-bin Lin, Bing Chen, Baiyu Zhang, Yuming Zhao
Summary: In this work, the elusive macrocyclic organic compound cyclo-di-BADGE, a by-product of co-polymerization reactions of bisphenol A and bisphenol A diglycidyl ether, was comprehensively characterized using NMR, single crystal X-ray diffraction, UV-Vis, dynamic light scattering, molecular dynamics simulations, fluorescence, and molecular docking analyses. The results provide valuable knowledge about the physico-chemical properties and relevant effects of cyclo-di-BADGE on the environment and biological systems.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yanping Shen, Yibo Liu, Yutong Du, Xu Wang, Jiunian Guan, Xiaohui Jia, Fukai Xu, Ziwei Song, Hongjie Gao, Baiyu Zhang, Ping Guo
Summary: This study investigated the transfer of antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) from soils to plants, focusing on the role of host bacteria and its impact on seed-derived bacteria. Results showed that host bacteria in the rhizosphere soil were the main source of ARGs in wheat, and some seed-derived bacteria and pathogenic Acinetobacter obtained ARGs through horizontal gene transfer. Factors such as total organic carbon and available nitrogen in the rhizosphere soil were identified as key factors affecting the transfer of potential host bacteria to wheat.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Atefeh Zendehboudi, Azam Mohammadi, Sina Dobaradaran, Gabriel E. De-la-Torre, Bahman Ramavandi, Seyed Enayat Hashemi, Reza Saeedi, Emran Moradpour Tayebi, Ahmad Vafaee, Amirhossein Darabi
Summary: This study investigated the characteristics and ecological risks of microplastics (MPs) in ballast water for the first time, and found high levels of MP pollution. These findings contribute to our understanding of the sources and risks of microplastics in marine ecosystems.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Rose Boahemaa Pinto, Linda Bogerd, Martine van der Ploeg, Kwame Duah, Remko Uijlenhoet, Tim H. M. van Emmerik
Summary: Catchment-scale plastic pollution assessments provide insights into the sources, sinks, and pathways of plastic pollution. We propose an approach to quantify macroplastic transport and density in the Odaw catchment, Ghana, and find that the urban riverine zone has the highest transport, while the urban tidal zone has the highest riverbank and land macroplastic density.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Aliya Baidourela, Qian Sun, Gongxin Yang, Umut Halik, Zhongkai Dong, Kaixu Cai, Guili Sun, Wenya Zhang, Sisi Cheng
Summary: The study focused on heavy metal pollution in the green vegetation of a suburban industrial area in Tuokexun County, Xinjiang, China. The results showed that the overall level of heavy metal pollution in the soil was minor, with mercury (Hg) being the most severe contamination, likely caused by human activities. The composition of heavy metal elements in trees was more stable compared to grass and shrubs, with varying concentrations across different vegetation. Shrubbery was found to be the most effective in heavy metal restoration, and there were disparities in heavy metal enrichment among different vegetation types.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
James H. Bridson, Hayden Masterton, Beatrix Theobald, Regis Risani, Fraser Doake, Jessica A. Wallbank, Stefan D. M. Maday, Gavin Lear, Robert Abbel, Dawn A. Smith, Joanne M. Kingsbury, Olga Pantos, Grant L. Northcott, Sally Gaw
Summary: Plastic pollution has significant environmental impacts, largely due to chemical additives. However, the behavior of plastic additives in marine environments is not well understood. A marine deployment experiment was conducted to investigate the effects of weathering on the extractables profile of four types of plastics in New Zealand over a period of nine months. The concentration of additives in polyethylene and oxo-degradable polyethylene was strongly influenced by artificial weathering, while polyamide 6 and polyethylene terephthalate showed minimal change. These findings emphasize the importance of considering leaching and weathering effects on plastic composition when assessing the potential impact and risk of plastic pollution in receiving environments.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Alan G. Scarlett, Francis D. Spilsbury, Steven J. Rowland, Marthe Monique Gagnon, Kliti Grice
Summary: This study used diamondoid hydrocarbon distributions to identify the sources of environmental oil contamination. A suite of 20 diamondoids was found to accumulate in fish adipose tissue. The scatter plots of indices between fish and exposure oils showed a close to ideal 1:1 relationship, which can be used to determine the origin of the oil.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Shan Jiang, Mengmeng Wan, Kun Lin, Yanshan Chen, Rui Wang, Liju Tan, Jiangtao Wang
Summary: In this study, the concentration, composition, distribution, and sources of PCBs in surface seawater of the Bohai Bay were analyzed. The results showed that PCBs in the Bohai Bay had high concentrations and were primarily derived from land-based sources such as port activities and river inputs. The PCBs in the Bohai Bay may come from commercial PCBs and their incineration products, municipal landfills, wood and coal combustion, and industrial activities, etc.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Icaro S. A. Porto, Saulo V. A. Dantas, Caio S. A. Felix, Francisco A. S. Cunha, Jailson B. de Andrade, Sergio L. C. Ferreira
Summary: This study evaluated the risks of mercury levels in sardines consumed by low-income population in Salvador, Brazil. The results showed that the mercury content in the sampled sardines posed no risks to human health. This study is significant as most sardines in Salvador come from Todos os Santos Bay, which has a history of mercury contamination.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jiahui Chen, Chengyu Yuan, Guanqun Zhai, Guangcheng Chen, Heng Zhu, Jun Liu, Yong Ye
Summary: This study investigated the combined influences of species selection and site elevation on greenhouse gas fluxes from restored mangrove soils. The results suggest that Avicennia marina should be selected for mangrove restoration to minimize carbon release and reduce the influence of greenhouse gas fluxes on the global greenhouse effect.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Emmanuel Onyeabor, Uju Obuka
Summary: The Gulf of Guinea region in Africa is a significant area for coastal countries, playing a vital role in their economic and environmental development. This study aims to reduce marine plastic pollution in the region by utilizing legal instruments.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yuanli Liu, Stephan Luttjohann, Alvise Vianello, Claudia Lorenz, Fan Liu, Jes Vollertsen
Summary: Large area attenuated total reflectance-Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (LAATR-FTIR) is a novel technique for detecting small microplastics, with limited accuracy for large microplastics. However, it shows promise in homogeneous matrices. The spectra quality is comparable between transmission mode and LAATR mode.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Phuc T. D. Le, Andrew M. Fischer, Britta D. Hardesty, Heidi J. Auman, Chris Wilcox
Summary: This study explores the relationship between ocean currents and the accumulation of floating marine debris (FMD) and finds that higher concentrations of FMD are associated with frontal frequencies (FF). FMD is primarily trapped in accumulation zones between fronts and the coastline, which have high biodiversity value.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Rosa Sawan, Perine Doyen, Florence Viudes, Rachid Amara, Celine Mahfouz
Summary: Few studies have examined the impact of urbanization and meteorological events on microplastics discharged into the sea through rivers. Surface water samples were collected from two Lebanese rivers, with differing degrees of urbanization, during dry and wet periods. The results showed that the most industrialized river had a significantly higher abundance of microplastics compared to the less-industrialized river. There was also a correlation between particle contamination and the season at each site, with microplastic concentrations highest on the first day of the wet season. These findings highlight the importance of considering meteorological events in accurately assessing plastic pollution influx into coastal waters.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Katherine R. Shaw, Jonathan L. Whitney, Eileen M. Nalley, Madeline C. Schmidbauer, Megan J. Donahue, Jesse Black, Raquel N. Corniuk, Kellie Teague, Rachel Sandquist, Catherine Pirkle, Rachel Dacks, Max Sudnovsky, Jennifer M. Lynch
Summary: This study examines the ingestion of plastic in reef fish in the Republic of the Marshall Islands. Plastic particles were found in the gastrointestinal tracts of multiple fish species. However, further analysis revealed that these particles were actually natural materials and posed no threat to human consumers.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Revati Hardikar, C. K. Haridevi, Shantaj Deshbhratar
Summary: This study investigated the variability in phytoplankton functional structure using a trait-based approach and explored the relationship between species traits and environmental factors, as well as their impact on ecosystem functioning. The results revealed that morphological traits, temperature, and ammonia played a decisive role in the seasonal succession of phytoplankton species. It was found that certain traits favored higher biomass production but might hinder energy transfer efficiency. The strong correlation between environmental variables and phytoplankton functional structure supports the practical implementation of a trait-based approach in studying phytoplankton community dynamics under different environmental conditions.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Engki A. Kisnarti, Nining Sari Ningsih, Mutiara R. Putri, Nani Hendiarti, Bernhard Mayer
Summary: This study examines the movement patterns of plastic marine debris in Indonesian waters, revealing that Indonesia contributes significantly to transboundary marine debris in the Pacific Ocean, Indian Ocean, and the South China Sea. Most of the debris remains in Indonesian waters and moves back and forth due to the influence of monsoon currents.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2024)
