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Research Outcome Report of the Inter-University Cooperative Research Program
Original title: [25]全国共同利用研究成果報告
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This Japanese research report presents results from joint-use studies on plastic pollution near Samae San and adjacent areas, including coral and microplastic surveys. The study assessed the extent of microplastic contamination in coral reef environments and the relationship between plastic debris and coral health.
Surveys regarding plastic pollution around Samae San and adjacent areas (1) Corals and microplastic surveys
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