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Sampling, sample preparation and detection of microplastics, current activities in the ISO/TC 61/SC14/WG 4
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This presentation summarizes current microplastic research activities at Germany's Federal Institute for Materials Research (BAM) and the Federal Environment Agency (UBA), including contributions to ISO standardization efforts for microplastic sampling, preparation, and detection methods.
Presentation about the actual status of microplastic research in BAM and UBA, activities in Germany and ISO/TC61/SC14.
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