Papers

61,005 results
|
Article Tier 2

Spatiotemporal macro debris and microplastic variations linked to domestic waste and textile industry in the supercritical Citarum River, Indonesia

In-situ monitoring of macro debris and microplastics along the heavily polluted Citarum River in Indonesia found that plastics dominated riverine debris (comprising 85% of materials) and that dams were concentrated accumulation points for microplastics. The study links plastic loads to both domestic waste disposal and textile industry discharges along the river.

2022 Marine Pollution Bulletin 59 citations
Article Tier 2

Microplastic Abundance in The Waters of The Middle Section of The Citarum River, Karawang, West Java

Researchers determined the abundance and size distribution of microplastics in the Middle Citarum River, Karawang, West Java by sampling three locations over three months (February-April 2022) in an area influenced by industrial, agricultural, and residential activities. They found microplastic types including pellets, films, fibers, and fragments, with particles smaller than 0.3 mm being the most common size class in these heavily impacted river waters.

2024 Jurnal Pengelolaan Sumberdaya Alam dan Lingkungan (Journal of Natural Resources and Environmental Management) 1 citations
Article Tier 2

A novel report on the occurrence of microplastics in Pekalongan River Estuary, Java Island, Indonesia

Researchers measured microplastic contamination in water and sediments of the Pekalongan River estuary in Indonesia, finding concentrations of 45.2-99.1 particles/L in water and 0.77-1.01 particles/g in sediment. Polystyrene, polyester, and polyamide were the dominant polymers, with fragments and films smaller than 1 mm accounting for the majority.

2023 Marine Pollution Bulletin 15 citations
Article Tier 2

Analysis of Microplastic Contamination on Water and Sediment in the Brantas Subwatershed of the Malang Area

This Indonesian study (published in Bahasa Indonesia) analyzed microplastic contamination in both water and sediment of the Brantas River sub-watershed in the Malang area, one of the most important river systems in East Java. Microplastics were found in both water and sediment samples across sampling locations, with fibers being a dominant form. The Brantas River supports millions of people for drinking water and irrigation, making evidence of microplastic contamination in this system a significant public health and environmental concern.

2025 Jurnal Perikanan Unram 1 citations
Article Tier 2

Spatial distribution of microplastic in sediment of the Citanduy River, West Java, Indonesia

This study mapped the spatial distribution of microplastics in sediments along the Citanduy River in West Java, Indonesia, finding widespread contamination that varied by location and land use. Rivers like the Citanduy act as conveyor belts carrying microplastics from inland areas to coastal and marine environments.

2021 IOP Conference Series Earth and Environmental Science 7 citations
Article Tier 2

Abundance of Microplastics and Hazard to the Environment in Estuary Water in Pemalang, Central Java, Indonesia

Researchers measured microplastic abundance and types at five sampling locations in the estuary waters of the Pemalang River in Central Java, Indonesia, finding persistent microplastic hazards driven by local human activities and plastic waste inputs.

2023 IOP Conference Series Earth and Environmental Science 5 citations
Article Tier 2

Microplastic distribution in surface water and sediment river around slum and industrial area (case study: Ciwalengke River, Majalaya district, Indonesia)

Microplastics were surveyed in surface water and sediments of the Ciwalengke River in Indonesia across slum and industrial areas, finding average concentrations of 5.85 particles/L in water and 138 items/kg in sediment with fibers as the dominant form. The study is the first to examine microplastic contamination in a slum-dominated Indonesian river environment, documenting high concentrations linked to informal waste disposal.

2019 Chemosphere 433 citations
Article Tier 2

Initial investigation of microplastic pollution in river sediments at Yogyakarta City Indonesia

Researchers conducted an initial investigation of microplastic pollution in river sediments crossing Yogyakarta City in Indonesia, finding microplastics at all sampling sites. Fragment and fiber types dominated, reflecting common plastic pollution sources in this urban environment.

2021 Sustinere Journal of Environment and Sustainability 6 citations
Article Tier 2

Microplastic Abundance and Characteristics in the Bango River, Malang, Indonesia, Based on Land Use Patterns

Researchers quantified microplastic abundance and characterized particle types in the Bango River in Malang, Indonesia, finding significant contamination dominated by fragments and fibers linked to urban and agricultural sources.

2024 Environmental Engineering Science 4 citations
Article Tier 2

Analisis Kandungan Mikroplastik pada Sedimen di Perairan Semarang, Jawa Tengah

Researchers analyzed microplastic contamination in sediments from Semarang waters in Central Java, Indonesia, documenting the types, abundance, and distribution of microplastics across multiple sampling campaigns linked to the city's high population density and waste generation.

2023 Journal of Marine Research 8 citations
Article Tier 2

Microplastic pollution in the water and sediment of Krukut River, Jakarta, Indonesia

Researchers collected water and sediment samples from upstream, middle, and downstream sites in the Krukut River in Jakarta, Indonesia, and used density separation and microscopy to quantify microplastics. They found that microplastic abundance increased downstream, with fibers dominating in water and pellets in sediment, and downstream concentrations reaching 265 particles per 100 mL in water and 150 particles per kg dry weight in sediment.

2022 IOP Conference Series Earth and Environmental Science 10 citations
Article Tier 2

Analysis of Microplastics in Water and Biofilm Matrices in Metro River, East Java, Indonesia

Researchers detected microplastics in both water and biofilm matrices across three stations of the Metro River in East Java, Indonesia, with the industrial activity station showing the highest contamination, and fibers being the most common particle shape identified.

2022 The Journal of Experimental Life Sciences 7 citations
Article Tier 2

The occurrence and abundance of microplastics in surface water of the midstream and downstream of the Cisadane River, Indonesia

Researchers investigated microplastic contamination in the Cisadane River, Indonesia, finding 13 to 113 particles per cubic meter in surface water with higher abundance downstream, dominated by polyethylene, polystyrene, and polypropylene fragments from household and industrial sources.

2021 Chemosphere 101 citations
Article Tier 2

Identifying the distribution and source of riverine plastic waste contamination: case study of Brantas River in Malang city

Researchers investigated microplastic concentrations and macroinvertebrate communities at three stations along the Brantas River in Malang City, Indonesia, integrating microplastic counts, SIGNAL-2 bioassessment scores, and household waste management surveys. The highest microplastic burden and lowest macroinvertebrate diversity occurred at the station where 80% of residents disposed of plastic waste directly into the river.

2024 Eastern-European Journal of Enterprise Technologies 1 citations
Article Tier 2

The Abundance and Characteristics of Microplastics in the Sediments of the Progo River of Yogyakarta, Indonesia

Researchers analyzed microplastic abundance and characteristics in sediments of the Progo River in Yogyakarta, Indonesia, finding microplastics throughout the river system. Fragment and fiber types dominated, reflecting the widespread plastic waste inputs characteristic of rapidly developing Indonesian urban areas.

2021 Journal of Sustainability Science and Management 8 citations
Article Tier 2

Characterization of Microplastics in Jakarta’s Urban Downstream and Estuary Water Bodies

Researchers characterized microplastic contamination in urban water bodies of Jakarta -- specifically Sunter River, Buaran River, and Marunda Estuary -- which serve as conduits for plastic waste to the ocean. Microplastics were abundant in all sampled water bodies, with fiber and fragment morphotypes dominant, reflecting the high density of urban plastic sources in the surrounding catchments.

2024 Ecological Engineering & Environmental Technology 1 citations
Article Tier 2

Microplastic pollution in lower Cimandiri River, Indonesia: early detection on the occurrence, abundance and distribution

Microplastics were detected in the lower Cimandiri River in Indonesia, with abundance and distribution varying along the river's length from upstream to the estuary. Fragment shapes dominated, suggesting degradation of larger plastic debris. The study provides early baseline data on river microplastic pollution in a developing region of Indonesia.

2022 IOP Conference Series Earth and Environmental Science 7 citations
Article Tier 2

Levels of Microplastics in Aquatic Ecosystem Components of the Kedung Ombo Reservoir, Central Java: Analysis of Water, Tilapia (Oreochromis mossambicus), Sediment, Macroalgae, and Gastropods

Researchers measured microplastic abundance and types in water, sediment, tilapia, macroalgae, and gastropods from the Kedung Ombo Reservoir in Central Java from September to December 2024. MPs were found across all five matrices, with fibers predominating and higher concentrations in sediment and biological samples near human settlements.

2025 Environment and Natural Resources Journal
Article Tier 2

Microplastics contamination in Coban Kethak and its flow

Researchers identified and quantified microplastics in sediment and water from four sites in Coban Kethak waterway, Malang, Indonesia, representing different land use types including recreation, agriculture, and paddy fields. Microplastics—all under 3 µm—were found across all four sites in four shapes, with highest concentrations at the recreation site (84 particles/100g sediment, 68 particles/50L water).

2025 Springer Link (Chiba Institute of Technology)
Article Tier 2

Identifikasi Mikroplastik Sampel Sedimen di Outlet Limbah Pabrik Daur Ulang Plastik Sidoarjo dan Mojokerto

This companion Indonesian study found microplastic contamination in river sediments near plastic recycling factory discharge points in Sidoarjo and Mojokerto. The results suggest that even well-intentioned plastic recycling operations can release microplastics into the environment without proper waste controls.

2023 Environmental Pollution Journal
Article Tier 2

Presence of microplastics in surface waters and sediments of urban tropical river: A case study in the Karang Mumus River along Samarinda City, Indonesia

Researchers found microplastics in every water and sediment sample collected from an urban tropical river in Samarinda, Indonesia, with polyethylene being the most common plastic type and films being the most frequent shape. This first study of the river provides a baseline for understanding microplastic pollution in under-studied tropical urban waterways in Southeast Asia.

2024 Ecological Engineering & Environmental Technology 1 citations
Article Tier 2

Identification of Microplastics in the Upper Cimanuk Watershed and Waste Management Analysis in Garut Regency, Indonesia

Researchers assessed microplastic contamination in the Upper Cimanuk Watershed in Garut Regency, Indonesia, examining water samples and local waste management practices. Microplastics were found throughout the watershed, with the highest concentrations linked to areas with greater human activity and inadequate waste management. The study suggests that improving waste collection and disposal in the region could help reduce microplastic inputs to this important river system.

2026 Industrial and Domestic Waste Management
Article Tier 2

Microplastics in Sediment and Digestive Tract of Amazon Sailfin Catfish (Pterygoplichthys Spp.) in the middle segment of the Citarum River, Karawang, West Java, Indonesia

Researchers investigated microplastic types, abundance, and polymer composition in sediment and the digestive tracts of Amazon sailfin catfish (Pterygoplichthys spp.) collected from the middle segment of the Citarum River, West Java, Indonesia, across three sampling events in 2022. They found average abundances of 602 particles/kg in sediment and 90.6 particles/individual in fish, with pellets, films, fibres, and fragments all present, and polymers including polyamide, polystyrene, and polypropylene identified.

2025 Limnotek perairan darat tropis di Indonesia
Article Tier 2

Occurrence of Microplastic in surface water of Jatiluhur Reservoir

Researchers investigated microplastic occurrence in the surface water of Jatiluhur Reservoir in Indonesia and found contamination present, driven by inflow from the heavily polluted Citarum River watershed.

2020 E3S Web of Conferences 29 citations