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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
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Abundance and Distribution of Microplastics in the Water and Riverbank Sediment in Malaysia – A Review

Microplastic abundance and distribution were surveyed in the water column and riverbank sediments of a Malaysian river. Results showed microplastics throughout the river system, with fiber shapes dominating in water and fragments more common in sediments, reflecting contributions from domestic wastewater and plastic litter.

2020 Biointerface Research in Applied Chemistry 46 citations
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Unraveling Microplastic Presence in Freshwater and Sediment of Rejoso River, Indonesia

Researchers investigated microplastic presence in water and sediment of the Rejoso River in Indonesia across 12 sampling sites, characterizing the types, abundances, and distribution patterns of microplastic particles in this tropical freshwater system.

2025 Environmental Quality Management
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Spatial Dynamics of Microplastic Pollution in Water and Sediments of the Ciliwung River along with Conditions of Water Quality Field Parameters and Population Density

This study mapped the spatial distribution of microplastics in water and sediment across Indonesia's heavily populated Ciliwung River, finding significant contamination linked to population density and land use. The dominant types were fragments and fibers from textiles and synthetic materials, with concentrations varying along the river's length. The results underscore the threat that densely settled riverine systems pose as conduits of microplastic pollution into coastal and marine environments.

2023 Journal of Ecological Engineering 1 citations
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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
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Distribution of microplastics in Surabaya River, Indonesia

Microplastics were found at all sampling depths in the Surabaya River, Indonesia, with surface waters having the highest concentrations and film-shaped large particles predominating. The study confirms that one of the world's most plastic-polluted rivers carries plastics throughout its water column, not just at the surface.

2020 The Science of The Total Environment 132 citations
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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
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The abundance of microplastics in Siak tributary sediments in the watershed area, Pekanbaru City, Riau (Case Study Sago River)

This study quantified microplastics in sediments of the Sago River, a tributary of the Siak River in Indonesia, finding elevated concentrations linked to dense human activities in the catchment. The results highlight tributaries as important entry points for microplastics into larger river systems.

2023 Materials Today Proceedings 19 citations
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Impact Pollution Microplastics in Rivers in Indonesia

This Indonesian review examines the problem of microplastic pollution in rivers across Indonesia, describing the sources, distribution, and environmental impacts of plastic debris in river ecosystems. Plastic waste from poorly managed urban and rural areas enters rivers and fragments into microplastics that accumulate throughout the water column and sediments. The findings underscore the urgent need for improved waste management infrastructure across Indonesian communities.

2023 AMPLITUDO Journal of Science & Technology Innovation
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The Abundance of Microplastics in Sediment Siak River Pekanbaru City

Researchers assessed microplastic abundance in sediments of the Siak River, Pekanbaru City, examining the river as a pathway for land-based plastic waste to accumulate in aquatic sediment reservoirs given high water utilization activity along its banks.

2024 Jurnal Penelitian Pendidikan IPA 1 citations
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Abundance and distribution of microplastics in Baturusa watershed of Bangka Belitung Islands Province

Scientists measured microplastic abundance and distribution in the Baturusa River watershed on Bangka Belitung Island, Indonesia, finding plastic particles at all sampling sites. Higher concentrations were found downstream and near populated areas, highlighting the role of human settlements in freshwater microplastic contamination.

2021 IOP Conference Series Earth and Environmental Science
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Preliminary Study of Microplastic Abundance in Rivers of Greater Semarang Area, Indonesia

Researchers surveyed two rivers in the Semarang region of Indonesia and found microplastics at every sampling site, with concentrations increasing downstream and polyethylene sheet fragments — likely from single-use plastic bags — being the most common type, underlining the need for better waste management to reduce plastic entering waterways.

2023 International Journal of Sustainable Development and Planning 2 citations
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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
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Microplastic concentrations in river water and bed sediments in a tropical river: implications for water quality monitoring

Researchers found that microplastic concentrations in a tropical Malaysian river averaged 3.12 particles/L in water and 6,027 particles/m² in bed sediments, with high within-site variability and poor correlation between water and sediment contamination levels, complicating monitoring strategies.

2023 Environmental Monitoring and Assessment 14 citations
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Microplastic in Water and Sediment from the Middle Segment of Karang Mumus River, Samarinda City, East Kalimantan

This study measured microplastic contamination in water and sediment from the Karang Mumus River in Indonesia, finding widespread pollution attributed to increasing plastic waste disposal in the watershed. The research contributes to understanding microplastic distribution in Southeast Asian freshwater systems.

2023 Jurnal Ilmu Perikanan Tropis Nusantara (Nusantara Tropical Fisheries Science Journal) 2 citations
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Occurrence and visual characterization of microplastics from Mahakam River at Tenggarong City, Indonesia

Researchers detected and visually characterized microplastics in water samples from the Mahakam River near Tenggarong City, Indonesia, contributing to limited freshwater microplastic data from the country that produces approximately 7.8 million tons of plastic waste annually. Microplastics were found in river samples, with fiber and fragment morphotypes dominant, reflecting local plastic waste mismanagement.

2024 Journal of Contaminant Hydrology 9 citations
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Effect of Anthropogenic Type and Depth on Microplastic Abundance in Mahakam River Water, Samarinda City

This Indonesian study measured microplastic concentrations in water from the Mahakam River at different depths and near different land use types in Samarinda city. The results showed higher plastic levels near urban and agricultural areas, providing data on plastic pollution in a major Borneo river that local communities depend on.

2023 Trends in Sciences 2 citations
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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
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Existence of Microplastics in Indonesia’s Surface Water: A Review

This review summarizes evidence of microplastic contamination in surface waters across Indonesia, finding widespread pollution in rivers, lakes, and coastal areas. The study underscores the urgency of improved plastic waste management in a country with one of the world's largest contributions to ocean plastic pollution.

2021 International Journal of Integrated Engineering 5 citations
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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
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Distribution of Microplastic Abundance and Composition in Surface Water around Anthropogenic Areas (Case Study: Jeneberang River, South Sulawesi, Indonesia)

Researchers collected surface water samples from eight stations along the Jeneberang River in South Sulawesi categorised by land use type, finding microplastic concentrations ranging from 2.00 to 5.77 particles per litre with microfibers as the dominant morphotype and highest concentrations near a traditional market site approximately 60 metres upstream.

2023 IOP Conference Series Earth and Environmental Science 5 citations
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Microplastic contamination in water, sediment, and fish from the Kahayan River, Indonesia

Researchers assessed microplastic contamination in water, sediment, and fish from the Kahayan River in Central Kalimantan, Indonesia. They found microplastics present across all sample types, with fibers and fragments being the most common forms, and identified polyethylene and polypropylene as the dominant polymer types. The study provides the first baseline data on microplastic pollution in this region and highlights the widespread nature of contamination in Indonesian freshwater systems.

2024 Chemistry and Ecology 7 citations
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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
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Assessment of Small-Scale Microplastics Abundance and Characterization in Urban River: A Case Study in Metro River, Indonesia

Researchers assessed microplastic contamination in the Metro River in Indonesia, finding that abundance and characteristics varied by land use type, with urban areas showing higher concentrations of fragments and fibers in this rapidly developing region.

2023 Journal of Engineering and Technological Sciences 9 citations