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Quantifying, and assessing the impact of, microplastics in terrestrial samples
Summary
Researchers aimed to develop effective methodologies for quantifying and assessing the ecological impact of microplastics (1-1000 µm) in terrestrial environments such as woodlands, which have been understudied compared to aquatic and sediment systems. The study sought to fill knowledge gaps about microplastic concentrations and effects in terrestrial ecosystems to inform policy development.
Microplastics, particles 1 ¡ 1000 µm, are an emerging pollutant. Microplastics in sediment and aquatic environments have dominated research, leaving the world with an inadequate understanding of microplastics in terrestrial environments such as woodlands. Terrestrial ecosystems are crucial for the continued well-being of many species and functions and so it is important that the concentration and effects of microplastics in terrestrial environments are given more attention. This research will fill a knowledge gap by developing effective, innovative methodologies to further our understanding of the scale and impact of microplastics in terrestrial environments and supporting the creation of policies to better regulate microplastics. Also see: https://micro2024.sciencesconf.org/556621/document