Article
Environmental Sciences
Paul E. Rosenfeld, Kenneth R. Spaeth, Linda L. Remy, Vera Byers, Stuart A. Muerth, Ryan C. Hallman, Jasmine Summers-Evans, Sofia Barker
Summary: Firefighters are at risk of exposure to PFASs, especially from AFFF. They have elevated serum levels of long-chain PFASs. Due to the persistence and bioaccumulation of PFAS chemicals, firefighters experience cumulative effects from AFFF exposure throughout their careers. Studies have shown an elevated risk of various cancers among firefighters due to PFAS exposure, necessitating further research.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yonatal Mesfin Tefera, Sharyn Gaskin, Krystle Mitchell, David Springer, Simon Mills
Summary: This longitudinal study finds a declining trend in serum PFAS concentrations among firefighters after cessation of exposure to PFAS-containing foams. The main contaminants identified are PFOS, PFHxS, and PFOA. Firefighters under the age of 55, those who used PFAS in the past ten years, or those who had little to no frequency of PFAS exposure in their previous employment experienced a higher annual percentage reduction in serum PFAS concentrations.
ENVIRONMENT INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
David Patch, Natalia O'Connor, Taylor Vereecken, Daniel Murphy, Gabriel Munoz, Ian Ross, Caitlin Glover, Jennifer Scott, Iris Koch, Sebastien Sauve, Jinxia Liu, Kela Weber
Summary: A new method for quantifying PFAS has been developed, which enables the oxidative conversion of previously undetectable precursors. By improving sample processing and using UV activation, the recovery and accuracy of PFAS measurements have been enhanced.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xingwei Xie, Yonglong Lu, Pei Wang, Haojie Lei, Zian Liang
Summary: This study compiled and analyzed the distribution and composition of PFASs in marine organisms sampled along the coast of China from 2002 to 2020. The dominant PFASs found in the organisms were PFOS and PFOA. PFOA levels decreased from north to south, and PFOS was universally higher than PFOA in the East China Sea (ECS) and the South China Sea (SCS). The study provides important information for monitoring and managing PFAS pollution in China.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Mattias Sorengard, Sofia Bergstrom, Philip McCleaf, Karin Wiberg, Lutz Ahrens
Summary: This study investigated the transport and distribution of PFAS in an urban groundwater aquifer affected by PFAS contamination. The military training site was identified as the main source of PFAS contamination in drinking water extraction areas. Transport variations and dilution from adjacent aquifers were found to impact PFAS concentrations in the groundwater.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ana Lopez-Antia, Benjamin Pina, Silvia Lacorte, Lieven Bervoets, Marcel Eens
Summary: In this study, the effects of environmentally-relevant levels of PFAS on caged canaries were analyzed using physiological, immunological, and transcriptomic analyses. Although no effects were observed on physiological and immunological parameters, the transcriptome of the pectoral fatty tissue showed changes compatible with the known effects of PFAS as obesogens in other vertebrates. These results indicate the potential hazard of PFAS on the fat metabolism and the immunological system of birds and highlight the ability of transcriptomic analyses to detect early physiological responses to toxicants. Tight control of the exposure of natural populations of birds to these substances is necessary due to the essential functions affected.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yiyi Xu, Christel Nielsen, Ying Li, Sofia Hammarstrand, Eva M. Andersson, Huiqi Li, Daniel S. Olsson, Karin Engstrom, Daniela Pineda, Christian H. Lindh, Tony Fletcher, Kristina Jakobsson
Summary: The drinking water supplied to one third of households in Ronneby, southern Sweden was highly contaminated by PFAS, with residents showing significantly elevated serum PFAS levels in comparison to a reference group. PFHxS, PFOS, and PFOA levels were much higher in the residents, with age and gender influencing the serum PFAS levels.
ENVIRONMENT INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Kyle Steenland, Andrea Winquist
Summary: This study critically reviewed the evidence relating to PFAS and cancer, finding a strong association with testicular and kidney cancer. However, there are inconsistencies in the data regarding prostate cancer. Long-term follow-up of large cohorts with high exposure contrasts is likely to provide more informative results.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jongeun Rhee, Kathryn H. Barry, Wen-Yi Huang, Joshua N. Sampson, Jonathan N. Hofmann, Debra T. Silverman, Antonia M. Calafat, Julianne Cook Botelho, Kayoko Kato, Mark P. Purdue, Sonja I. Berndt
Summary: This study investigated the association between pre-diagnostic serum PFAS concentrations and aggressive prostate cancer risk. The results showed an inverse association between PFOA and aggressive prostate cancer, but this association was no longer significant for cases diagnosed more than 3 years after blood collection.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Amin Mojiri, Mansoureh Nazari Vishkaei, Hanieh Khoshnevis Ansari, Mohammadtaghi Vakili, Hossein Farraji, Norhafezah Kasmuri
Summary: In this study, the toxicity effects of PFOS and PFOA mixture on two microalgae species were investigated. The results showed that the cell viability, chlorophyll content, and protein content decreased with increased contact time and PFAS concentration, with a greater decrease observed in Scenedesmus obliquus. The toxicity effects were further optimized using response surface methodology and studied through molecular docking.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Zahra Sobhani, Cheng Fang, Ravi Naidu, Mallavarapu Megharaj
Summary: The accumulation of microplastics in soil has become a serious global issue, impacting living organisms and the environment. Research shows that the presence of microplastics in soil significantly increases the bioaccumulation risk of perfluorooctane sulfonate and perfluorooctanoic acid in earthworms, affecting their reproduction negatively.
ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
R. K. Rowe, F. B. Barakat, D. Patch, K. Weber
Summary: This study investigates the diffusion and sorption of PFOA, PFOS, PFBS, 6:2 FTS, and GenX through TPU and PVC-EIA liners. The results show significant diffusion through TPU, especially at higher temperatures, while PVC-EIA liners exhibit excellent diffusive resistance, especially at 23°C. Sorption tests show no measurable partitioning of compounds to the liners examined.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Yulong Li, Liuyang He, Lixin Lv, Jianming Xue, Li Wu, Zulin Zhang, Lie Yang
Summary: Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and perfluorooctane sulfonate (PFOS) have raised concerns due to their persistence, wide distribution, biotoxicity, and bioaccumulative properties. Phytoremediation offers a promising alternative to traditional cleanup methods for PFOA and PFOS. This review discusses the uptake, translocation, and toxic effects of PFOS and PFOA, as well as potential hyperaccumulators and indicators of biotoxicity for these chemicals.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Odei Garcia-Garin, Asuncion Borrell, Pere Colomer-Vidal, Morgana Vighi, Nuria Trilla-Prieto, Alex Aguilar, Manel Gazo, Begona Jimenez
Summary: This study investigates the biomagnification of Poly- and Perfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) in striped dolphins in the North-Western Mediterranean Sea and examines the temporal trends of PFAS concentrations over the past three decades. The results show that PFAS, especially the long-chain compounds, have bioaccumulated in dolphins and may have potential health effects. The findings contribute to the understanding of PFAS pollution in marine ecosystems and can support future ecological risk assessments and management strategies.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
David J. Soucek, Rebecca A. Dorman, Erin L. Pulster, Brittany G. Perrotta, David M. Walters, Jeffery A. Steevens
Summary: This study investigated the short- and long-term effects of two commonly detected compounds, perfluorooctanesulfonate (PFOS) and perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), on the laboratory-reared mayfly Neocloeon triangulifer in water only exposures. The study found that mayflies were highly sensitive to PFOS and PFOA, with PFOS being more toxic than PFOA. The research highlights the risks of PFOS to freshwater insects and suggests the need for further investigation into the toxicity of different compounds on these organisms.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY LETTERS
(2023)
Article
Ecology
R. M. Connolly, K. Jinks, A. Shand, M. D. Taylor, T. F. Gaston, A. Becker, E. L. Jinks
Summary: This study uses deep learning to process and analyze acoustic data and proposes an automated underwater acoustic data analysis tool that can accurately detect and count fish populations with high reliability and accuracy. In future research, it is suggested to expand the testing range and automate species identification and counts.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Daniel E. Hewitt, Yuri Niella, Daniel D. Johnson, Iain M. Suthers, Matthew D. Taylor
Summary: The timing of spawning migration in female Giant Mud Crabs is influenced by environmental factors such as temperature, conductivity, and tides. Variability in these environmental triggers may impact spawning patterns and fisheries productivity in the region.
ESTUARIES AND COASTS
(2022)
Article
Marine & Freshwater Biology
V. Raoult, M. D. Taylor, R. K. Schmidt, I. D. Cresswell, C. Ware, T. F. Gaston
Summary: Estimating the economic value of ecosystem services derived from estuarine habitats is important for prioritising management, conservation, and restoration activities. A novel approach using Bayesian stable isotope mixing models has been developed to estimate the value of estuarine habitats for commercially harvested species, but the difficulty of separating primary nutrient sources in estuaries with saltmarsh and seagrasses has limited its application. This study extends the approach and uses tri-variate isotopic composition to model the economic value of saltmarsh, seagrass, and other producer groups in a commercial fishery. The results highlight the impact of areal coverage on the comparative value of estuarine habitats, suggesting that habitats with higher proportional contribution to exploited species' diets may be of higher priority for conservation or repair.
ESTUARINE COASTAL AND SHELF SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Fisheries
Matthew D. Taylor, Karina C. Hall, Daniel D. Johnson
Summary: Temporal and spatial closures in trawl fisheries can have indirect positive effects on other species. This study examined the unintended effects of trawl closures designed to protect juvenile eastern king prawn on other quota managed species in the New South Wales Ocean Trawl Fishery. The results showed that the closures also provided protection for whiting species, leading to an enhanced impact on the fishery.
FISHERIES MANAGEMENT AND ECOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Fisheries
Alistair Becker, Matthew Taylor, Heath Folpp, Michael Lowry
Summary: Artificial reefs are deployed to overcome habitat limitations and enhance fisheries productivity. A study spanning 10 years shows that artificial reefs continue to meet their goals by enhancing recreational fisheries, with no decline in the abundances of important species and an increase in some species.
FISHERIES RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Fisheries
Roshan Hanamseth, Daniel D. Johnson, Hayden T. Schilling, Iain M. Suthers, Matthew D. Taylor
Summary: Monitoring free-ranging crab populations is crucial for sustainable fisheries management. A new research trap design is proposed in this study, which shows higher efficiency in capturing smaller crabs without affecting catches of larger crabs. The results suggest that this small-mesh trap could improve existing survey methods for blue swimmer crab populations.
MARINE AND FRESHWATER RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Angela Russell, Matthew D. Taylor, Thomas C. Barnes, Daniel D. Johnson, Bronwyn M. Gillanders
Summary: This study examined the migration patterns of adult Mulloway between estuarine and coastal marine habitats using otolith chemical profiles. The results showed that the majority of fish migrated between the habitats, while a smaller proportion remained in either the estuary or the marine habitat.
MARINE ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Fisheries
Matthew D. Taylor, Daniel D. Johnson
Summary: This study explores an adaptive management approach to intermittent bycatch issues in an inshore trawl fishery. The results suggest that temporarily allowing fishers access to permanent closures may support the exploitation of target species and reduce interaction with bycatch species.
NORTH AMERICAN JOURNAL OF FISHERIES MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Francisco Martinez-Baena, Vincent Raoult, Matthew D. Taylor, Troy F. Gaston, Ian McLeod, Melanie J. Bishop
Summary: Remnant oyster reefs play a critical role in the trophic ecology of both resident and transient species in Australian estuaries, contributing through direct predation and consumption of reef-dwelling organisms. The restoration of oyster reefs will enhance fisheries productivity by broadening the trophic resource base and promoting estuarine energy transfer.
ESTUARIES AND COASTS
(2023)
Article
Fisheries
Alistair Becker, Michael B. Lowry, Ashley M. Fowler, Matthew D. Taylor
Summary: Artificial reef designs have evolved rapidly, but more research is needed to understand their impact on reef function. In south-eastern Australia, most artificial reefs are made of concrete modules or large steel structures. This study found no difference in fish densities between the two reef types, but there was an interactive effect between reef design and distance-from-structure. Steel reefs provided more structure for mid-water fish at greater distances, while concrete module reefs provided multiple congregating sites for fish.
FISHERIES RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Fisheries
Faith Ochwada-Doyle, Julian Hughes, Ashley M. Fowler, Jeffrey Murphy, Kate Stark, Michael Lowry, Laurie West, Matthew D. Taylor
Summary: This study used survey data collected in 2013/2014 and 2017/2018 to estimate the total catch of Dusky Flathead in Australia. The results showed that only reducing the daily harvest limit to 1 fish per angler significantly lowered the retained harvest. None of the reductions in harvest limit increased the number of released Dusky Flathead significantly.
ICES JOURNAL OF MARINE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Fisheries
Hayden T. Schilling, Daniel. D. Johnson, Roshan Hanamseth, Iain M. Suthers, Matthew D. Taylor
Summary: This study investigates the variability in commercial catch in the most heavily exploited estuary in southeastern Australia, Wallis Lake. Four main hypotheses are explored, and evidence is found in support of the impact of winter harvest on the following year's catch and the correlation between Pacific Decadal Oscillation (PDO) and catch rates. Co-management arrangements controlling winter fishing effort may lead to improved economic, environmental, and social outcomes from the fishery.
FISHERIES RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Fisheries
Dylan E. van der Meulen, Chris T. Walsh, Ivars V. Reinfelds, Nicholas L. Payne, Matthew C. Ives, David G. Roberts, James R. Craig, Charles A. Gray, Matthew D. Taylor
Summary: This study combines genetic analysis of Acanthopagrus spp. and acoustic tracking to understand the spatial ecology of this species complex. Movements between A. australis and Acanthopagrus hybrids showed similarities, fish displayed high levels of residency and site fidelity, with peak distributions occurring 15 and 32 km upstream of the river entrance. Offshore movements were recorded for 43% of A. australis and 38% of Acanthopagrus spp. hybrids where fish did not return to the study estuary. Overlap in distributions throughout the spawning period did occur, indicating the possibility of genetic mixing through hybridization.
MARINE AND FRESHWATER RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Ecology
Daniel E. Hewitt, Daniel D. Johnson, Iain M. Suthers, Matthew D. Taylor
Summary: This study tracked the fine-scale movement of 18 Giant Mud Crabs using accelerometer-equipped acoustic tags and investigated the influence of environmental factors on their behavior. The research found that Giant Mud Crabs are predominantly sessile species and exhibit foraging behavior during the tidal cycle. These findings are crucial for explaining variations in catch rates and developing effective fisheries management strategies.
Book Review
Environmental Studies
Dave Fleming
AUSTRALASIAN JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(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)
