Article
Environmental Sciences
Asmae Aknaf, Mustapha Akodad, Mostafa Layachi, Mourad Baghour, Brahim Oudra, Vitor Vasconcelos
Summary: The study conducted in the Marchica lagoon in NE-Morocco focused on the granulometric characteristics, geochemical analyses including heavy metals, and mineralogical analysis of sediments in 8 different sites. Results revealed the impact of a new wide and deep pass on the spatial distribution of metals, as well as the correlation between fine particles, sediment organic matter concentration, and heavy metal content. The mineralogy analyses showed a prevalence of non-clay minerals such as quartz and calcite, with clay fractions composed of illite, kaolinite, smectite, and chlorite in varying proportions.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Dickson Boboria, Matakite Maata, Francis S. Mani
Summary: The study reveals that the heavy metal levels in sediments of Marovo Lagoon are significantly higher compared to other Pacific studies, attributed to intense logging activities around the bay and other potential anthropogenic sources such as mining and waste discharge.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jian Zhao, Xinjie Wang, Son A. Hoang, Nanthi S. Bolan, M. B. Kirkham, Jingnan Liu, Xinghui Xia, Yang Li
Summary: This review discusses the chemical transformations of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) in sediments, which can mitigate their toxicity and affect organisms in sediments, transferring through the food web. Further research using novel techniques and mathematical models is needed to investigate diverse chemical transformations in various sediments.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Selma Etteieb, Sara Magdouli, Simon Pierre Komtchou, Mehdi Zolfaghari, Rayen Tanabene, Kamalpreet Kaur Brar, Luliana Laura Calugaru, Satinder Kaur Brar
Summary: The study assessed the speciation, behavior, and bioavailability of selenium released from mine effluent to sediments and plants, confirming the importance of corrective measures for effluent treatment to protect organisms. T. latifolia was found to be a selenium-hyperaccumulator with a strategy of accumulating selenium in roots, influenced by various factors.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Said A. Shetaia, Atef M. Abu Khatita, Nabil A. Abdelhafez, Ibrahim M. Shaker, Sameh B. El Kafrawy
Summary: The contamination level and ecological risk of heavy metals in the Burullus lagoon were assessed using sediment samples. The distribution patterns showed increasing concentrations of Fe, Mn, Zn, Hg, Cu, and Pb towards drain areas, while Cd was higher in the Boughaz El-Burullus region. The pollution load index indicated a deterioration in 100% of the sediments, and the potential ecological risk was highest for Cd, Hg, Cu, Pb, and Zn in the eastern part. Regular monitoring of heavy metals in aquatic organisms is recommended to assess their toxicity risk.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Darwin Ramteke, Parthasarathi Chakraborty, Kartheek Chennuri, Arindam Sarkar
Summary: The geochemical fractionation study of cadmium in finer sediment samples in the Zuari estuary on the west coast of India, combined with equilibrium-based chemical speciation modelling, provided a better understanding of cadmium bioavailability for sessile organisms like oysters. The study found a strong positive relationship between the forms of cadmium in sediment samples and cadmium bioaccumulation in oysters, suggesting a potential risk of cadmium bioaccumulation exceeding permissible limits in oysters. The results highlight the importance of combining geochemical fractionation study and equilibrium-based speciation modelling for comprehending the linkage between sedimentary metal speciation and bioaccumulation in sessile organisms.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Laura Ferrans, Yahya Jani, Juris Burlakovs, Maris Klavins, William Hogland
Summary: This study investigates the speciation of metals in sediments from Malmfjarden bay, Sweden, and assesses the potential risk of metal pollution during dredging and using dredged sediments. The results show low pollution risk for Cr, Ni, and Fe during dredging activities, and medium risk for Pb and Zn. Overall, the investigated metals in Malmfjarden sediments are found to pose low risks of spreading during beneficial uses.
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Serena Indelicato, David Bongiorno, Leopoldo Ceraulo
Summary: Electrospray ionization mass spectrometry (ESI-MS) is increasingly used for monitoring and investigating the chemical speciation of various species, providing information on structure, energetics, and fragmentation pathways. Careful experimental design is required to mitigate instrumental artifacts, such as ESI adduct formation, fragmentation, and differences in ionization efficiencies among species from the ESI source. Various approaches have been adopted to address these limitations and highlight the potential of this analytical technique.
FRONTIERS IN CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Lorena S. Miranda, Godwin A. Ayoko, Prasanna Egodawatta, Wan-Ping Hu, Osama Ghidan, Ashantha Goonetilleke
Summary: This study examines the influence of sediment physico-chemical properties on metal bioavailability, highlighting the specific behaviors of different metal elements in sediments, and provides valuable information for future research in this area.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Songtao Liu, Furong Yu, Tao Lang, Yuekun Ji, Yu Fu, Jianuo Zhang, Chang Ge
Summary: Water-sediment regulation (WSR) affects the redistribution and risk of release of heavy metals in the Yellow River. Dissolved metals in the water were below guideline values, but Cd, Cr, and Cu were enriched in sediments, especially in the reservoir. The contamination remained very low in the study area, and the level of contamination decreased after WSR. Upstream gold mining and downstream riverbank cultivation activities were identified as potential sources of Cu and Cd pollution.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Siddhant Dash, Smitom Swapna Borah, Ajay S. Kalamdhad
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate sediment pollution loadings and ecological risks, with three objectives. Through hierarchical clustering and principal component analysis, it was found that wetlands are most affected during the post-monsoon season, with most sites falling under moderate risk category. Cd was identified as the primary contributor to ecological risk. Chemical speciation analyses revealed different heavy metals' availability forms in sediment, highlighting the negative impact of Cr, Mn, and Mg on aquatic ecology.
ECOLOGICAL INDICATORS
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Mu You, Yunhu Hu, Ying Meng
Summary: This study collected 23 surface sediment samples from the Huaihe River in Anhui province to analyze the characteristics of potentially toxic element (PTE) pollution. The concentrations of PTEs were assessed using various indices. Results showed that the concentrations of PTEs varied, with Cd and Mn posing a high ecological risk. The pollution degree varied across sampling sites, with some sites categorized as strongly polluted. Future attention should be given to the ecological risk associated with Cd and Mn.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Magdalena Beldowska, Agnieszka Jedruch, Dorota Sienska, Wojciech Chwialkowski, Artur Magnuszewski, Ryszard Kornijow
Summary: The common use of chemical elements by man has led to their extraction for centuries, leading to their direct or indirect introduction into the biogeochemical cycle. Studies in the Vistula Lagoon of the southern Baltic have shown that a large load of elements has been remobilized from land and bottom sediments, resulting in the accumulation of metals in certain areas of the lagoon.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xiaofeng Wen, Lingshi Yin, Zhenyu Zhou, Ziyi Kang, Qiaoling Sun, You Zhang, Yuannan Long, Xiaobao Nie, Zhiyuan Wu, Changbo Jiang
Summary: This study found that microplastics have an impact on the physiochemical properties and chemical speciation of heavy metals in yellow-brown soil. The concentration of LDPE microplastics can alter the properties of yellow-brown soil, while LLDPE and PU microplastics simultaneously affect the chemical speciation of heavy metals in the soil.
ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Hong Ying, Wantong Zhao, Xionghan Feng, Chunhao Gu, Xiaoming Wang
Summary: This study investigates the effects of aging pH and time of AMD solution on Fe mineralogy and HMs speciation in sediments from Dabaoshan mining area. The results show that increasing AMD solution pH leads to higher total contents and reducible fraction of HMs in the sediments, while the oxidizable fraction of all HMs is negligible.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Stefania Romano, Clara Turetta, Fabiana Corami, Silvia Giuliani, Luca Giorgio Bellucci
Summary: In the areas close to the rivers Cu and Ngu Huy in Bac Giang Province, Northern Vietnam, investigations revealed the presence of contaminants in soils and sediments that may exceed international and national standards, with local sources potentially prevailing over geogenic origins. Higher concentrations of elements such as arsenic may pose risks to public health, especially when found in family wells.
ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING AND ASSESSMENT
(2021)
Article
Geography, Physical
Marco Roman, David B. McWethy, Natalie M. Kehrwald, Evans Osayuki Erhenhi, Amy E. Myrbo, Jose M. Ramirez-Aliaga, Anibal Pauchard, Clara Turetta, Carlo Barbante, Matthew Prebble, Elena Argiriadis, Dario Battistel
Summary: This study reconstructs past changes in lithogenic inputs, weathering processes, redox conditions, productivity and water levels in the Rano Aroi wetland over the last 2000 years. The research provides insight into the complex history of human colonization and environmental interactions on Easter Island.
QUATERNARY SCIENCE REVIEWS
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Clara Turetta, Matteo Feltracco, Elena Barbaro, Andrea Spolaor, Carlo Barbante, Andrea Gambaro
Summary: This study investigates the year-round variability of water-soluble trace elements and rare earth elements in size segregated airborne particulate matter samples collected in Ny-angstrom, Svalbard. The findings suggest that the content of wsTE and wsREE, especially in the finest fractions in remote areas, is primarily influenced by long-range transport. Factor analysis and back-trajectories were used to assess the potential of using certain inorganic tracers as indicators of specific transport events or circulation regimes.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Massimiliano Varde, Carlo Barbante, Elena Barbaro, Francesca Becherini, Paolo Bonasoni, Maurizio Busetto, Francescopiero Calzolari, Giulio Cozzi, Paolo Cristofanelli, Federico Dallo, Fabrizio De Blasi, Matteo Feltracco, Jacopo Gabrieli, Andrea Gambaro, Niccolo Maffezzoli, Elisa Morabito, Davide Putero, Andrea Spolaor, Warren R. L. Cairns
Summary: The Col Margherita (MRG) Observatory is a high-altitude station located in the Eastern Italian Alps. This study investigated the seasonal and diurnal variability of total gaseous mercury (TGM) measurements from March 2018 to May 2019. The results showed that TGM concentrations were influenced by local meteorology, as well as regional and long-range transport of air masses. The lowest TGM concentrations were observed in winter, while the highest concentrations were found in spring and summer.
ATMOSPHERIC ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Matteo Feltracco, Elena Barbaro, Elisa Morabito, Roberta Zangrando, Rossano Piazza, Carlo Barbante, Andrea Gambaro
Summary: The study collected samples from the Lagoon of Venice to investigate the presence of the herbicide glyphosate, and found that its content mainly depends on external forcing from river inlets and agricultural lagoon activities, showing spatial and temporal fluctuations in concentration levels.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Marco Picone, Gabriele Giuseppe Distefano, Fabiana Corami, Piero Franzoi, Simone Redolfi Bristol, Marco Basso, Lucio Panzarin, Annamaria Volpi Ghirardini
Summary: The study investigated the concentrations of rare earth elements in the feathers of Sandwich terns in Venice's Lagoon, finding that they were higher than in other bird feathers, with lanthanum being the most abundant. The research suggested that diet is the main exposure route for young terns, and emphasized the need for more data on REEs in aquatic ecosystems.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Raffaello Tedesco, Elisa Scalabrin, Valeria Malagnini, Lidija Strojnik, Nives Ogrinc, Gabriele Capodaglio
Summary: This study describes the chemical characterization of honeys of different botanical origin in the Trentino Alto-Adige region in Italy. The relationship between pollen composition and the chemical profile of honey was investigated, and it was found that the classification of honey botanical origin based on effective pollen composition is important for defining the properties and value of honeys.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Fabiana Corami, Beatrice Rosso, Valentina Iannilli, Simone Ciadamidaro, Barbara Bravo, Carlo Barbante
Summary: This study is the first to investigate the ingestion of microplastics, plasticizers, additives, and particles of micro-litter by larvae of blackflies in rivers. The study found significant differences in the abundances of microplastics and plasticizers ingested by the two species under examination. Additives and plasticizers can be used as proxies for the presence of plastic polymers in the environment.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Marco Picone, Gabriele Giuseppe Distefano, Godbless Adu Benhene, Fabiana Corami, Marco Basso, Lucio Panzarin, Caterina Carabelli, Annamaria Volpi Ghirardini
Summary: A study in Venice's Lagoon found that fledgling seabirds can be used as sentinels for mercury bioavailability. Different seabird species had significant differences in mercury residues in their feathers, possibly due to different diets, with one species accumulating more mercury than the others. While average residues were below the threshold for adverse effects on birds, a majority of individuals in one species exceeded the adverse effect level, emphasizing the need for stronger mercury monitoring. Seabirds provide valuable insight into mercury transfer in food webs and the potential risks to humans when consuming exploited species.
BULLETIN OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONTAMINATION AND TOXICOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Beatrice Rosso, Fabiana Corami, Carlo Barbante, Andrea Gambaro
Summary: The atmosphere plays a crucial role in the transportation of plastic particles and micro-litter particles from their sources to other environmental compartments. There is a lack of standardized methods for quantification and identification of airborne microplastics and micro-litter components. This study developed and optimized a pre-treatment method to simultaneously extract small microplastics and airborne micro-litter particles from urban aerosol samples. The results will contribute significantly to the establishment of standardized methods for quantification and identification of airborne microplastics and micro-litter particles.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Beatrice Rosso, Fabiana Corami, Luca Vezzaro, Stefano Biondi, Barbara Bravo, Carlo Barbante, Andrea Gambaro
Summary: Highway stormwater runoff serves as a significant pathway for microplastics and other micro-litter to enter the surrounding environment. The concentrations and distribution of small microplastics (SMPs) and other components of micro-litter in highway stormwater runoff vary due to rainfall events. Assessing SMPs and other micro-litter in highway stormwater runoff is important for evaluating their potential impact on water bodies and air compartments.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Beatrice Rosso, Elena Gregoris, Lucio Litti, Federico Zorzi, Maurizio Fiorini, Barbara Bravo, Carlo Barbante, Andrea Gambaro, Fabiana Corami
Summary: This study conducted chemical identification of tire wear particles (TWPs) in highway stormwater runoff through cross-validation techniques for the first time. A pre-treatment method was provided to extract TWPs without degradation and denaturation, ensuring accurate identification and quantification. Specific markers and various analytical techniques were used for TWPs identification, and the complex composition of these particles was confirmed through elemental analysis. This study contributes significantly to the understanding of TWPs in the environment and highlights the importance of cross-validation techniques for their identification and quantification.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Elena Gregoris, Gaia Gallo, Beatrice Rosso, Rossano Piazza, Fabiana Corami, Andrea Gambaro
Summary: This study tested the use of Py-GC/MS to detect polymers in atmospheric aerosol, and found the presence of polyethylene, polypropylene, and polystyrene in the samples. The direct analysis of sampling filters was suggested as an exploratory technique, but further research is needed for a comprehensive characterization of polymers in atmospheric aerosol.
JOURNAL OF ANALYTICAL AND APPLIED PYROLYSIS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Giulia Cesarini, Fabiana Corami, Beatrice Rosso, Massimiliano Scalici
Summary: Microplastics, plasticizers, and additives were found to accumulate in freshwater bivalves Anodonta cygnea, highlighting the plastic pollution caused by small microplastics. The gills and gastrointestinal tract of the bivalves contained a high concentration of polyamide, indicating the presence of microplastics in rivers. Additionally, the presence of natural and synthetic fibers in rivers suggests the need for further investigation of the sources of microplastics.
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Delia Segato, Maria Del Carmen Villoslada Hidalgo, Ross Edwards, Elena Barbaro, Paul Vallelonga, Helle Astrid Kjaer, Marius Simonsen, Bo Vinther, Niccolo Maffezzoli, Roberta Zangrando, Clara Turetta, Dario Battistel, Orri Vesteinsson, Carlo Barbante, Andrea Spolaor
Summary: The study suggests that the fire regime reconstructed from RECAP fluxes is mainly related to climatic changes, but over the last millennium, human activities might have substantially influenced wildfire frequency/occurrence.
CLIMATE OF THE PAST
(2021)
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)
