Papers

Sources of Micro and Nano Plastic Hydrocarbon Pollutants in Marine Bodies and Their Treatment

This systematic review summarizes research on micro and nanoplastic pollution in marine environments, tracing their sources and pathways into the ocean. The findings are concerning for human health because these tiny plastic particles accumulate in seafood and can carry harmful chemicals, meaning ocean pollution eventually reaches our dinner tables.

Ecotoxicity of microplastic wastes and their sustainable management: A review

This review summarizes how microplastics damage ecosystems when organisms ingest them and absorb the toxic chemicals they carry, and examines microbial remediation as an emerging solution. Bacteria and fungi that can break down plastics offer a more environmentally friendly approach to reducing microplastic pollution, which is important because up to 14 million tons of plastic waste enters the oceans each year and enters the human food chain.

Hexavalent Chromium Pollution and its Sustainable Management through Bioremediation

This review covers hexavalent chromium, a cancer-causing heavy metal pollutant that causes respiratory, reproductive, and cardiovascular diseases in humans. The paper focuses on using microorganisms to clean up chromium pollution as a cheaper and greener alternative to traditional methods. While primarily about heavy metals, it is relevant because microplastics in the environment can adsorb and transport chromium and other toxic metals.

The Adverse Impact of Synthetic Microplastics Released from Disposable Face Masks Pollutants on Aquatic Microbiota, Aquatic Species and Humans: A Review

A Critical Review of Marine Microfiber Pollution Routes, Toxicity, and Its Sustainable Remediation

Greener Technologies for Establishing Restraint Over Microplastic Pollution

Microbial Degradation of Polyester Microfibers Using Indigenously Isolated Bacterial Strain Exiguobacterium Sp.

Scientists isolated a bacterium called Exiguobacterium from microplastic-contaminated sites in India that can break down polyester microfibers. In lab conditions, the bacterium degraded about 19% of the polyester material in 28 days. While this is a promising step toward biological cleanup of microplastic pollution, much faster degradation rates would be needed to make a real dent in environmental contamination.

Occurrence and Quantification of Tire Wear Plastics Pollutants from Highway City Dust of Bhubaneswar City of Odisha

Microbial Bioremediation Technology for Sustainable Treatment and Management of Synthetic Microfiber Waste

Isolation and Molecular Characterization of Polyester-Degrading Bacterial Strains from Municipal Wastewater and Their Application in Microplastic Degradation in Contaminated Wastewater

Recent Advancements in the Remediation of Marine Hydrocarbon and Plastic Pollutants

Microbial Degradation of Synthetic Plastics Released from COVID-19 Generated Single Use Disposable Face Masks

Microfiber pollution and its microbial mitigation: A review on current trends and future prospects

Environmental Impact of Single-Use Synthetic Face Mask and Its Recycling: A Sustainable Approach

Synthetic Microfiber: An Enduring Environmental Problem Linked to Sustainable Development

Identification and Characterization of Microplastic Pollutants from the Marine Sediments of Paradeep Coast of Bay of Bengal, India for their Sustainable Management

Synthetic Fabrics and Microfiber Pollution–An Assessment of Their Global Impact

Discussing Sources and Biological-Chemical Remediation Approaches for Microplastic Pollution

In-vitro biodegradation of discarded marine microplastics across the eastern coast of the Bay of Bengal, India using Exiguobacterium sp.

Researchers isolated bacteria from coastal sediments in India's Bay of Bengal that can break down marine microplastics. The study found that Exiguobacterium bacteria achieved a 4% weight loss in microplastic samples over 30 days, with electron microscopy confirming surface degradation. These findings suggest that native marine bacteria could play a role in future strategies for bioremediation of plastic pollution.

Characterization and Quantification of Microplastics Pollutants in Sediment Samples from Daya River of Odisha State in India for their Appropriate Management

Synthetic microfibers: Pollution toxicity and remediation

Researchers reviewed the sources, transport pathways, ecological impacts, and remediation approaches for synthetic microfiber pollution originating from domestic washing machines. The study highlights that urban laundry wastewater is a major contributor to microfiber pollution entering aquatic and terrestrial environments, with potential effects on the food chain and human health.

Aquatic Microbial Diversity on Plastisphere: Colonization and Potential Role in Microplastic Biodegradation

This review examines how microorganisms colonize the surfaces of floating plastic debris in aquatic environments, forming communities known as the plastisphere. Researchers found that certain bacteria and fungi on plastic surfaces show potential for biodegrading the polymers they inhabit. The study suggests that understanding these microbial communities could lead to biological approaches for breaking down microplastic pollution in waterways.

Metagenomic profiling of diversified marine microbiome across microplastic-contaminated niches of Bay of Bengal, India

Researchers conducted the first shotgun metagenomic analysis of microplastic-contaminated marine water and sediment samples from the Bay of Bengal coast in India. The study revealed diverse microbial communities colonizing microplastic surfaces that differ from surrounding environments, suggesting that microplastic pollution creates distinct microbial niches that may influence marine biogeochemical cycles.

A Global Perspective of Human Health Impact on Exposure to Electronic and Plastic Wastes