Uncovering the release of micro/nanoplastics from disposable face masks at times of COVID-19

Understanding plastic degradation and microplastic formation in the environment: A review

(2021) Kai Zhang et al.   ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION

Nanofragmentation of Expanded Polystyrene Under Simulated Environmental Weathering (Thermooxidative Degradation and Hydrodynamic Turbulence)

(2021) Karin Mattsson et al.   Frontiers in Marine Science

Are microplastic particles a hotspot for the spread and the persistence of antibiotic resistance in aquatic systems?

(2021) María Belén Sathicq et al.   ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION

An investigation into the leaching of micro and nano particles and chemical pollutants from disposal face masks - linked to the COVID-19 pandemic

(2021) G.L. Sullivan et al.   WATER RESEARCH

Weathering of microplastics and interaction with other coexisting constituents in terrestrial and aquatic environments

(2021) Jiajun Duan et al.   WATER RESEARCH

Measuring particle size distribution and mass concentration of nanoplastics and microplastics: addressing some analytical challenges in the sub-micron size range

(2021) F. Caputo et al.   JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE

Mortality of a juvenile Magellanic penguin (Spheniscus magellanicus, Spheniscidae) associated with the ingestion of a PFF-2 protective mask during the Covid-19 pandemic

(2021) Hugo Gallo Neto et al.   MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN

Used disposable face masks are significant sources of microplastics to environment

(2021) Xianchuan Chen et al.   ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION

Post COVID-19 pandemic: Biofragmentation and soil ecotoxicological effects of microplastics derived from face masks

(2021) Jin Il Kwak et al.   JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS

Estimating marine plastic pollution from COVID-19 face masks in coastal regions

(2021) Hemal Chowdhury et al.   MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN

Face mask waste generation and management during the COVID-19 pandemic: An overview and the Peruvian case

(2021) Fernando G. Torres et al.   SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT

Occurrence of personal protective equipment (PPE) associated with the COVID-19 pandemic along the coast of Lima, Peru

(2021) Gabriel E. De-la-Torre et al.   SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT

Degradation Rates of Plastics in the Environment

(2020) Ali Chamas et al.   ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering

High density polyethylene (HDPE) microplastics impair development and swimming activity of Pacific oyster D-larvae, Crassostrea gigas, depending on particle size

(2020) Arno Bringer et al.   ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION

Organic contaminants sorbed to microplastics affect marine medaka fish early life stages development

(2020) Florane Le Bihanic et al.   MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN

Seafloor microplastic hotspots controlled by deep-sea circulation

(2020) Ian A. Kane et al.   SCIENCE

Contamination issues as a challenge in quality control and quality assurance in microplastics analytics

(2020) Joana C. Prata et al.   JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS

Environmental perspective of COVID-19

(2020) Saeida Saadat et al.   SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT

Indirect effects of COVID-19 on the environment

(2020) Manuel A. Zambrano-Monserrate et al.   SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT

The role of wet wipes and sanitary towels as a source of white microplastic fibres in the marine environment

(2020) Oisín Ó Briain et al.   WATER RESEARCH

Health impacts of environmental contamination of micro- and nanoplastics: a review

(2020) Baorong Jiang et al.   Environmental Health and Preventive Medicine

Face Masks in the New COVID-19 Normal: Materials, Testing, and Perspectives

(2020) Ming Hui Chua et al.   Research

Accumulation of plastic waste during COVID-19

(2020) Tanveer M. Adyel   SCIENCE

Preliminary Results From Detection of Microplastics in Liquid Samples Using Flow Cytometry

(2020) Namrata Kaile et al.   Frontiers in Marine Science

Spunbonded needle-punched nonwoven geotextiles for filtration and drainage applications: Manufacturing and structural design

(2020) Zezhao Ding et al.   COMPOSITES COMMUNICATIONS

Using autofluorescence for microplastic detection – Heat treatment increases the autofluorescence of microplastics1

(2020) Adrian Monteleone et al.   CLINICAL HEMORHEOLOGY AND MICROCIRCULATION

Reusable masks for COVID-19: A missing piece of the microplastic problem during the global health crisis

(2020) V.C. Shruti et al.   MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN

Investigation and fate of microplastics in wastewater and sludge filter cake from a wastewater treatment plant in China

(2020) Jiahui Jiang et al.   SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT

Increased plastic pollution due to COVID-19 pandemic: Challenges and recommendations

(2020) Ana L. Patrício Silva et al.   CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL

Unprecedented plastic-made personal protective equipment (PPE) debris in river outlets into Jakarta Bay during COVID-19 pandemic

(2020) Muhammad Reza Cordova et al.   CHEMOSPHERE

COVID-19 pandemic repercussions on plastic and antiviral polymeric textile causing pollution on beaches and coasts of South America

(2020) M. Ardusso et al.   SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT

COVID-19: Performance study of microplastic inhalation risk posed by wearing masks

(2020) Lu Li et al.   JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS

Nano/microplastics in water and wastewater treatment processes – Origin, impact and potential solutions

(2019) Marie Enfrin et al.   WATER RESEARCH

From macroplastics to microplastics: Role of water in the fragmentation of polyethylene

(2019) Fanon Julienne et al.   CHEMOSPHERE

Release of hazardous nanoplastic contaminants due to microplastics fragmentation under shear stress forces

(2019) Marie Enfrin et al.   JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS

Current opinion: What is a nanoplastic?

(2018) Julien Gigault et al.   ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION

Microplastics in the Arctic: A case study with sub-surface water and fish samples off Northeast Greenland

(2018) Silvia Morgana et al.   ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION

Microplastics: Finding a consensus on the definition

(2018) J.P.G.L. Frias et al.   MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN

Microfibres from apparel and home textiles: Prospects for including microplastics in environmental sustainability assessment

(2018) Beverley Henry et al.   SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT

Combined Effects of UV Exposure Duration and Mechanical Abrasion on Microplastic Fragmentation by Polymer Type

(2017) Young Kyoung Song et al.   ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

Assuring quality in microplastic monitoring: About the value of clean-air devices as essentials for verified data

(2017) Charlotte Wesch et al.   Scientific Reports

Characterisation of nanoplastics during the degradation of polystyrene

(2016) Scott Lambert et al.   CHEMOSPHERE

Plastic Debris Is a Human Health Issue

(2016) A. Dick Vethaak et al.   ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

Long-term aging and degradation of microplastic particles: Comparing in situ oceanic and experimental weathering patterns

(2016) Jennifer Brandon et al.   MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN

Assessment of Enhanced Autofluorescence and Impact on Cell Microscopy for Microfabricated Thermoplastic Devices

(2012) Edmond W. K. Young et al.   ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY

New Universality Class for the Fragmentation of Plastic Materials

(2010) G. Timár et al.   PHYSICAL REVIEW LETTERS

A Comparison of Energy Densities of Prevalent Energy Sources in Units of Joules Per Cubic Meter

(2008) Bradley E. Layton   International Journal of Green Energy