Papers

A template wizard for the cocreation of machine-readable data-reporting to harmonize the evaluation of (nano)materials

Researchers created a user-friendly tool called the Template Wizard that helps scientists record and share their nanomaterial safety data in standardized, machine-readable formats. The tool includes over 60 templates for common experiments in nanosafety research, including toxicity testing. While focused on data management rather than microplastics directly, standardized reporting of nanoplastic safety data is critical for building a reliable evidence base on the health risks of micro- and nanoplastics.

Spray-Dried Chitosan Hydrogel Particles as a Potential Delivery System for Benzydamine Hydrochloride

Researchers developed spray-dried chitosan hydrogel microparticles as potential drug delivery systems for benzydamine hydrochloride. The study explored different formulation approaches using crosslinking and coating techniques, contributing to biodegradable polymer research that offers alternatives to conventional plastic-based pharmaceutical delivery materials.

Constructed wetlands for controlled bioremediation of wastewater: case studies on bioremediation of wastewaters for the elimination of heavy metals, pesticides, microplastics

A Unified Approach to Analysis of Body Condition in Green Toads

Researchers assembled body condition data from 17 European green toad (Bufotes viridis) populations to standardize the Scaled Mass Index (SMI), deriving a universal scaling coefficient of 3 and demonstrating that population-specific versus universal exponents yield equivalent results, facilitating consistent cross-population monitoring.