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Identifikasi Sampah Pesisir Di Desa Rumah Tiga Kota Ambon

Researchers identified and characterized coastal debris at Rumah Tiga Village in Ambon Bay, Indonesia, finding that plastic waste dominated the debris composition and that most litter originated from anthropogenic activities, contributing to marine pollution concerns in the region.

2019 TRITON Jurnal Manajemen Sumberdaya Perairan 16 citations
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Marine Litter and Grading of the Coastal Areas of Ambon Bay, Indonesia

Researchers assessed marine litter quantity and composition in Ambon Bay, Indonesia, finding higher debris densities in the inner bay near populated areas with plastics comprising the dominant fraction, and proposed a grading system for coastal pollution assessment.

2021 Omni-Akuatika 5 citations
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Kepadatan dan pola transport sampah laut terapung di pesisir barat perairan Teluk Ambon Luar

This Indonesian study measured the density and transport patterns of floating marine litter on the western coast of Outer Ambon Bay, finding high volumes of plastic debris with clear spatial patterns driven by currents and tides. The data can inform placement of debris interception systems in this Indonesian coastal city.

2021 Jurnal Penelitian Sains 11 citations
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The abundance of Plastic Marine Debris on Beaches in Ambon Bay

Researchers measured plastic marine debris — including large microplastics, mesoplastics, and macroplastics — on two beaches in Ambon Bay, Indonesia. The study provides baseline data on plastic pollution levels in a region with growing coastal populations and limited plastic waste management infrastructure.

2019 IOP Conference Series Earth and Environmental Science 21 citations
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Komposisi Dan Kepadatan Sampah Laut Pada Tiga Bagian Dari Pantai Mangatasik Kecamatan Tombariri Kabupaten Minahasa

This paper is not about microplastics — it surveys the composition and density of meso- and macro-scale marine debris on a tourist beach in Indonesia, cataloguing litter types but not examining microplastic-scale particles or health effects.

2023 JURNAL PESISIR DAN LAUT TROPIS
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Identifikasi Jenis Dan Kelimpahan Sampah Laut Di Pesisir Pantai Pemedas Kecamatan Samboja Kabupaten Kutai Kartanegara Kalimantan Timur

This Indonesian study identified and classified marine litter along the coastline of a district in East Kalimantan, finding that plastic was the dominant material. The research documents the scale of plastic waste reaching coastal areas in a rapidly developing region of Indonesia.

2023 Tropical Aquatic Sciences 2 citations
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Debris from plastic products in the beaches around Northern Ambon Island

This study measured plastic debris density across different size categories in coastal areas of northern Ambon Island, Indonesia, finding all size classes present. The research documents the extent of plastic contamination on Indonesian coasts and provides data for waste management planning.

2023 IOP Conference Series Earth and Environmental Science 2 citations
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Marine Debris Composition and Abundance: A Case Study of Selected Coastlines in Ujong Karang, Meulaboh, West Aceh

Researchers assessed the composition, characteristics, and abundance of marine debris on two economically active coastlines in West Aceh, Indonesia, comparing a fishing-adjacent beach and a tourism beach to characterize plastic and other waste accumulation patterns in relation to coastal land use activities.

2024 Journal of Coastal and Ocean Sciences
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Abundance of Marine Debris on Padang and Pariaman Beaches West Sumatra Province

Researchers surveyed marine debris abundance on Padang and Pariaman tourist beaches in West Sumatra, Indonesia, identifying eight waste types including plastic, metal, glass, wood, paper, rubber, and cloth. Total fragment densities reached 3,392 items/m2 on Padang Beach and 2,484 items/m2 on Pariaman Beach, with no statistically significant difference between the two locations.

2024 Asian Journal of Aquatic Sciences
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Identifikasi Jenis Dan Kepadatan Sampah Laut Di Pantai Mutiara Indah Dan Pelangi Kabupaten Kutai Kartanegara

This paper is not about microplastics — it surveys the type, density, and weight of macro and meso marine litter washed ashore on two beaches in Kutai Kartanegara Regency, Indonesia.

2024 Jurnal Perikanan Unram 2 citations
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Sources, spatial distribution, and abundance of marine debris on Thondi coast, Palk Bay, Southeast coast of India

Researchers surveyed marine debris abundance and composition on Thondi coast in Palk Bay, India, finding that plastic was the dominant litter type linked to local fishing, aquaculture, and agricultural activities, with seasonal variation in debris loads.

2021 Environmental Sciences Europe 33 citations
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Karakteristik Sampah Makroplastik di Pantai Wisata Lamaru Kota Balikpapan

Not relevant to microplastics — this Indonesian study characterizes the types and weight of macroplastic debris on a tourist beach in Balikpapan, East Kalimantan, comparing debris between two seasons; it focuses on large plastic litter rather than microplastics.

2023 Jurnal Sains Teknologi & Lingkungan 2 citations
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Effects of seasonal variation on the characteristics of stranded marine debris within Rambut Island Wildlife Reserve, Indonesia

A survey of marine debris on the beaches and mangroves of Pulau Rambut Wildlife Reserve in Indonesia found that plastic dominated debris loads, with single-use plastics like styrofoam, sachets, and packaging most prevalent. The study provides baseline data showing that even protected wildlife areas accumulate substantial plastic pollution, underscoring the need for upstream plastic reduction to protect sensitive coastal and mangrove ecosystems.

2024 Jurnal Kelautan Tropis 2 citations
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Variations of Marine Debris In Manado Bay and its environs

Surveys of marine debris in Manado Bay and surrounding waters in Indonesia documented the types, sources, and seasonal variation in debris accumulation. Plastic items dominated the debris, originating from land-based sources via rivers and drainage channels. The study provides baseline data for evaluating the effectiveness of government initiatives to reduce marine debris in the region.

2022 JURNAL ILMIAH PLATAX 5 citations
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SEBARAN SAMPAH LAUT (Marine Debris) DI PANTAI PASAR KOTABENGKULU

Researchers quantified and characterized marine litter (macro and mesoscale) at Pasar Beach in Bengkulu, Indonesia, using line transect methods. Plastic waste was the dominant macro litter component, followed by wood, rubber, and paper, with oceanographic factors including currents and tidal patterns influencing debris distribution patterns along the coastline.

2025 Digilib Repository Unila (Lampung University)
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Sebaran Sampah Pantai di Pulau Timor, Nusa Tenggara Timur: Kajian pada Pantai Rekreasi

Indonesian researchers surveyed beach debris distribution on six tourism beaches in Timor Island, finding plastic as the dominant litter type. The study provides baseline data needed to manage coastal plastic pollution at a local level and protect both the environment and the tourism economy.

2021 Jurnal Wilayah dan Lingkungan 11 citations
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Karakteristik dan Sebaran Sampah Terdampar di Kawasan Pesisir Taman Nasional Bali Barat

This study characterized marine debris washed ashore in a national park in Bali, Indonesia, cataloging the types and distribution of litter across the coastline. The findings highlight how high-population and tourism activity contributes to coastal plastic contamination even in protected conservation areas.

2021 Journal of Marine Research and Technology 12 citations
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Upaya Peningkatan Kualitas Ekosistem Pesisir dan Laut melalui Kegiatan Coastal Cleanup di Desa Way Lubuk

This Indonesian study documented a coastal cleanup initiative in Way Lubuk village and assessed the composition of marine debris collected. Plastic waste dominated the collected debris, threatening local marine and coastal ecosystems. The project combined community engagement with scientific monitoring to address marine litter at the local level.

2023 Jurnal Pengabdian Fakultas Pertanian Universitas Lampung
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Jenis Dan Kelimpahan Mikroplastik Pada Kolom Permukaan Air Di Perairan Teluk Kupang

This Indonesian study (in Bahasa Indonesia) measured the types and abundance of microplastics in surface water of Kupang Bay during tidal fluctuations, finding microplastics present at varying concentrations depending on tide conditions. The results contribute to documenting microplastic pollution in Indonesian coastal waters.

2020 19 citations
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Identification of Microplastics in The Outer Ambon Bay, Mollucas

Researchers identified and quantified microplastic accumulation in water and sediments from Outer Ambon Bay, Maluku, finding that plastic debris fragmented by physical and chemical factors had accumulated in the water column and sediments with potential for ingestion by marine biota.

2024 The Journal of Experimental Life Sciences
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Short-term Observation on Marine Debris at Coastal Areas of Takalar District and Makassar City, South Sulawesi-indonesia

Researchers surveyed marine debris on coastal areas in Takalar District, Indonesia, finding plastic as the dominant material type. Short-term monitoring of beach litter provides baseline data for understanding local plastic inputs to the ocean.

2019 Jurnal Ilmu Kelautan SPERMONDE 14 citations
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Spatial distribution of marine debris in mangrove ecosystem of Pantai Indah Kapuk, Jakarta

Researchers surveyed marine debris in the mangrove ecosystem of Pantai Indah Kapuk in Jakarta, finding that plastic items made up 77.7% of all macro debris followed by styrofoam at 18.1%. Microplastics were also assessed in sediments, establishing baseline contamination data for this urban mangrove system.

2014 International Journal of Bonorowo Wetlands 48 citations
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Marine Debris Accumulation on the Beach in Libong, a Small Island in Andaman Sea, Thailand

Researchers cataloged marine debris on beaches of Libong Island, Thailand, collecting samples over four months in 2019. Ceramic and glass debris were most abundant, followed by plastic, with fishing activities and ocean currents identified as the primary sources rather than the island's own population.

2020 Applied Ecology and Environmental Research 22 citations
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Composition and Density of Macro Marine Debris in the Mangrove Area of Keramat Village Mananggu Sub-district Boalemo Regency

Researchers assessed the composition and density of macro marine debris in a mangrove area of Boalemo Regency, Indonesia. Plastic waste was the predominant debris type, posing a threat to the mangrove ecosystem and its biodiversity. The study provides baseline data for monitoring and managing marine debris in coastal Indonesian communities.

2023 JFMR-Journal of Fisheries and Marine Research