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First application of automated static particle analysis for quantification of textile microplastics/microfibers in washing effluents
Summary
Automated static particle analysis was applied for the first time to characterize microplastics in a specific environmental sample type, demonstrating the method's suitability for high-throughput analysis. Automation of particle analysis is key to scaling up microplastic monitoring to the large sample numbers needed for robust environmental surveys.
• First use of automated particle analysis to quantify textile microplastics. • Minimized operator bias in microfiber quantification. • Improved speed and sensitivity with respect to traditional quantification methods. • Supports environmental monitoring and microplastic regulation efforts. • A step toward standardized microfiber monitoring protocols.
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