We can't find the internet
Attempting to reconnect
Something went wrong!
Hang in there while we get back on track
Microplastic Migration in Groundwater: An Aftermath of Michaung Cyclone in Chennai Mega – City
No summary available — this paper's abstract is not included in the open metadata provided by the publisher. Learn why →
More Papers Like This
Impact of the 2023 floods on microplastic contamination in coastal groundwater: a comparative analysis of chennai’s pre- and post-flood conditions
AI summary Read the abstract
Researchers compared groundwater microplastic contamination along Chennai's coastline before and after the 2023 floods, finding a 62% average increase in MP concentration post-flood, with fibers and nylon dominant, demonstrating that extreme weather events significantly accelerate microplastic transport into aquifers.
Seasonal Variations in Microplastic Characteristics and Distribution in Groundwater from Landfill and Non-Landfill Sites in an Urban Environment of Southern India
AI summary Read the abstract
Researchers measured microplastic concentrations in groundwater from landfill and non-landfill sites in urban southern India across wet and dry seasons, finding that polypropylene fragments dominated in the wet season — driven by surface runoff — while fibers prevailed in the dry season, with weathered particles carrying toxic heavy metals including chromium and arsenic.
Microplastic Pollution Investigation for Chennai Coast
AI summary Read the abstract
Researchers surveyed microplastic pollution along the Chennai coastline in India, finding a significant presence of plastic particles near shore driven by fishing activity, river runoff, and tourism, highlighting how local human activities contribute to coastal microplastic buildup.
Ascertainment of Microplastic Pollution Load in the Groundwater and Its Antithetical Effects on Human Health: A Systematic Review
AI summary Read the abstract
Researchers systematically reviewed microplastic pollution in groundwater, identifying landfills, wastewater treatment plants, and agricultural runoff as major contamination sources, and found that contamination levels can reach up to 6,832 microplastics per liter, posing significant risks to drinking water safety and human health.
Microplastic Contamination of the Aquatic Environment in the Indian Scenario: A Review
AI summary Read the abstract
Researchers reviewed microplastic distribution and ecological risk across India's aquatic environments, finding polyethylene, polypropylene, and PET as the dominant polymers in water, sediment, and fish — including edible species — with contamination detected even in remote Himalayan locations.
Research digests by email
When a large batch of papers lands in the Atlas, we read through it and send a short write-up of what stood out.