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ClearPreparation of a reference material for microplastics in water—evaluation of homogeneity
Researchers developed a candidate reference material for microplastics in water and evaluated its homogeneity, finding it suitable for use in laboratory intercomparison studies and as a tool for validating microplastic analytical methods.
Selection of an appropriate fluorescent reference material to assess microplastic recovery in natural waters
Researchers developed a standardized fluorescent reference material for validating methods used to detect microplastics in drinking water samples. The material was designed to closely mimic the size, shape, and composition of real environmental microplastics, enabling more accurate spike-and-recovery testing. The work addresses a key gap in microplastic monitoring by providing a reliable benchmark for ensuring that sampling and analysis methods are capturing particles accurately.
Validation of microplastic sample preparation method for freshwater samples
Researchers developed and validated a standardized sample preparation method for extracting microplastics from freshwater samples, testing enzymatic digestion and density separation steps to improve recovery rates and reduce measurement uncertainty across different particle types.
Development and testing of a fractionated filtration for sampling of microplastics in water
Researchers developed and tested a fractionated filtration system for sampling microplastics in water bodies, proposing a standardized sampling concept that accounts for plastic-specific properties to improve comparability of microplastic data across different studies and environments.
Developing a Methodology for the Testing of Microplastics in Drinking Water Treatment Plants
Researchers developed a standardized methodology for testing microplastic removal efficiency at drinking water treatment plants, including sampling, analysis, and reporting protocols. Having consistent methods is critical for comparing microplastic contamination across different water treatment facilities and establishing regulatory benchmarks.
Validation of Sample Preparation Methods for Microplastic Analysis in Wastewater Matrices—Reproducibility and Standardization
Sample preparation methods for microplastic analysis in wastewater were validated against reference standards to assess recovery rates and reproducibility. The validation study identified methods that reliably extract microplastics from complex wastewater matrices, supporting more consistent environmental monitoring of microplastic discharge from treatment plants.
Innovative reference materials for method validation in microplastic analysis including interlaboratory comparison exercises
Researchers developed innovative reference materials for validating microplastic analysis methods, presenting interlaboratory comparison results that support quality assurance and standardization in the growing field of microplastic detection.
Removal of Microplastic From Liquid Medium By Dissolved Air Flotation
Researchers tested dissolved air flotation (DAF) as a technique for removing PVC microplastics from water, conducting flotation tests with coagulant dosage optimization using a suspension of 400 mg/L PVC particles in water supply.
Identifying microplastic contamination in drinking water: analysis and evaluation using spectroscopic methods
Researchers developed analytical methods to identify and quantify microplastic contamination in drinking water, evaluating extraction efficiency and detection accuracy across different water types and plastic particle sizes. The study assessed health implications based on measured plastic loads in treated water.
Towards a reference material for microplastics’ number concentration—case study of PET in water using Raman microspectroscopy
Researchers worked toward developing a reference material for microplastic number concentration, using PET particles in water analyzed by Raman microspectroscopy as a case study. The study highlights the need for standardized reference materials to properly validate methods for identifying and quantifying microplastics in drinking water and environmental samples.
Validation of density separation for the rapid recovery of microplastics from sediment
Researchers validated a density separation method for rapidly recovering microplastics from sediment samples, confirming it as a reliable and efficient approach for routine environmental monitoring.
A novel, highly efficient method for the separation and quantification of plastic particles in sediments of aquatic environments
Researchers improved a density separation method for isolating microplastics from aquatic sediments, achieving higher recovery rates and reducing processing time compared to earlier approaches. The validated method was designed to be reproducible and cost-effective, addressing the need for reliable standardized protocols in microplastic monitoring.
A Critical Review of Extraction and Identification Methods of Microplastics in Wastewater and Drinking Water
This critical review of methods for detecting microplastics in wastewater and drinking water identifies major inconsistencies in sample collection, processing, and characterization across studies, making it difficult to compare reported concentrations. A five-criteria ranking system is proposed to evaluate the quality and completeness of microplastics studies.
Monitoring microplastics in drinking water: An interlaboratory study to inform effective methods for quantifying and characterizing microplastics
Researchers conducted an interlaboratory study with 22 labs from six countries to evaluate methods for quantifying microplastics in drinking water, finding significant variability between labs and identifying key areas for method standardization.
Profile and Different Approaches for Size Characterization of Microplastics in Drinking Water from the Lisbon Water Supply System
Researchers characterized microplastic particles in drinking water from the Lisbon water supply system and compared two methods for measuring particle size. They found an average of 196 microplastic particles per liter, with polyethylene accounting for over 77% of the identified polymers. The study demonstrates that different size measurement approaches can yield significantly different results, highlighting the need for standardized methods in drinking water microplastic analysis.
Methodological Challenges of Microplastic Sampling and Analysis in the Framework of the MicroDrink Project
This study examined methodological challenges in microplastic sampling and analysis within the MicroDrink project, which focuses on MPs in drinking water resources. It highlighted the urgent need for standardized methods to accurately measure MP concentrations and assess their health impacts.
Standard Practice for Development of Microplastic Reference Samples for Calibration and Proficiency Evaluation in All Types of Water Matrices with High to Low Levels of Suspended Solids
This ASTM standard practice provides procedures for creating reference microplastic particle samples for use in calibrating and evaluating microplastic detection methods. Standardized reference materials are essential for ensuring that different laboratories produce consistent and comparable microplastic measurement results.
Detecting and Quantifying Microplastics in Drinking Reservoirs
This study reviewed and evaluated methods for detecting and quantifying microplastics in drinking water reservoirs, highlighting the urgent need for standardized analytical approaches to accurately assess human exposure to microplastic contamination.
Elimination of a Mixture of Microplastics Using Conventional and Detergent-Assisted Coagulation
Researchers tested coagulation as a method to remove microplastics from tap water, evaluating how microplastic type (PE and PVC), water pH, coagulant dose, and microplastic concentration affect removal efficiency, and finding that detergent-assisted coagulation improves performance.
A standard analytical approach and establishing criteria for microplastic concentrations in wastewater, drinking water and tap water
This study proposes standardized methods and concentration benchmarks for measuring microplastics in wastewater, drinking water, and tap water. The researchers found that current studies use widely varying techniques, making it difficult to compare results or set safety limits. Establishing consistent measurement standards is a critical first step toward determining what levels of microplastics in drinking water may pose risks to human health.