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61,005 resultsShowing papers similar to ANTIPARA (Analysis of Tiny Particles in Aquatic Environment): A Water Scanning Device for Microplastics
ClearCost-Effective and Wireless Portable Device for Rapid and Sensitive Quantification of Micro/Nanoplastics
Researchers developed a wireless portable device for rapid quantification of micro- and nanoplastics in water samples, offering a field-deployable alternative to laboratory-based analysis for environmental monitoring.
A field deployable imaging system for detecting microplastics in the aquatic environment
Researchers built a portable imaging system for detecting microplastics in water that can be deployed directly in the field rather than requiring laboratory analysis. The system uses a de-scattering algorithm to produce clear images even in turbid water conditions and can identify particles as small as 50 micrometers. This low-cost tool could make routine microplastic monitoring of rivers, lakes, and coastal waters much more practical and accessible.
Portable On-Site Optical Detection and Quantification of Microplastics
Researchers built a portable, on-site optical device to detect and quantify microplastics in water. The device addresses the challenge of detecting small, often translucent particles without a laboratory setting. Portable microplastic detection tools could enable real-time monitoring in the field, supporting faster environmental assessments.
In-situ detection of microplastics in the aquatic environment: A systematic literature review
This systematic review evaluates emerging technologies for detecting microplastics directly in water environments without needing to collect samples and bring them to a lab. Developing reliable in-situ detection methods is important because current lab-based approaches are slow and expensive, making it difficult to track where microplastics are concentrated in the water systems that supply drinking water and seafood.
Field-Portable Microplastic Sensing in Aqueous Environments: A Perspective on Emerging Techniques
This review examines emerging field-portable technologies for detecting and quantifying microplastics in aqueous environments, discussing optical, spectroscopic, and electrochemical sensing approaches. Researchers identify the lack of a standardized, rapid on-site method as the primary bottleneck limiting accurate real-world microplastic monitoring.
Economical and Novel Microplastic Detection Using a Arduino-Based Turbidity Sensor: A Comprehensive Investigation
Researchers developed a low-cost Arduino-based turbidity sensor system for microplastic detection as an accessible alternative to expensive FTIR and Raman spectroscopy methods. The sensor demonstrated the ability to detect microplastic-induced changes in water clarity, offering a practical monitoring tool for low-resource settings and smaller waterways that are typically undersampled.
Optical System for In-situ Detection of Microplastics
Researchers developed a portable optical system capable of detecting, identifying, continuously monitoring, and quantifying microplastics in situ at natural water bodies. The system uses optical techniques to observe the temporal behavior of microplastic concentrations at fixed locations, enabling real-time environmental monitoring without sample collection and laboratory processing.
Toward In Situ Detection, Sizing and Identification of Microplastics in Water at the National Research Council of Canada
Researchers at the National Research Council of Canada described in-development in situ technologies for detecting, sizing, and identifying microplastics in ocean water, aiming to overcome the time and resource limitations of conventional laboratory-based monitoring methods. The paper outlines instrument concepts targeting real-time, on-site microplastic pollution assessment to improve the efficiency of marine environmental monitoring.
Towards the Development of Portable and In Situ Optical Devices for Detection of Micro-and Nanoplastics in Water: A Review on the Current Status
This review surveys the development of portable and in-situ optical devices for detecting micro- and nanoplastics in water, as most current detection methods are laboratory-based. Researchers evaluated emerging technologies including portable Raman and infrared spectroscopy, fluorescence-based sensors, and smartphone-integrated detection systems. The study identifies key technical challenges that must be overcome to enable real-time, field-based monitoring of plastic pollution in water.
Visualization and characterisation of microplastics in aquatic environment using a home-built micro-Raman spectroscopic set up
Researchers built an affordable micro-Raman spectroscopy system capable of identifying microplastics in water samples, offering a low-cost alternative to expensive commercial equipment. The system could visualize, measure, and chemically identify different types of microplastic particles. This kind of accessible detection technology is important, especially for developing countries, because widespread monitoring of microplastic pollution in water sources is essential for protecting public health.
Imaging-based lensless polarisation-resolving fluid stream analyser for automated, label-free and cost-effective microplastic classification
Researchers developed an imaging-based, lensless, polarisation-resolving fluid stream analyser for automated, label-free, and cost-effective microplastic classification in liquid samples, addressing the lack of in-situ monitoring solutions for ocean environments. The device operates at high flow rates using a custom illumination circuit to reduce motion blur, providing quantitative classification of microplastics without the labour intensity and cost of traditional sampling methods.
High-throughput microplastic assessment using polarization holographic imaging
Researchers built a portable, low-cost system that uses holographic imaging and polarized light combined with deep learning to automatically detect, count, and classify microplastics in water in real time — without lengthy sample preparation. This tool significantly speeds up microplastic monitoring and could be widely deployed for environmental surveillance.
In-situ Detection Method for Microplastics in Water by Polarized Light Scattering
Researchers developed an in-situ detection method for microplastics in water using polarized light scattering at 120 degrees, enabling real-time measurement of individual particles without sample collection or laboratory processing.
Improvement and Empirical Testing of a Novel Autonomous Microplastics-Collecting Semisubmersible
Researchers improved an autonomous microplastic-collecting robot, testing design modifications that enhanced sampling efficiency and navigation in surface water environments, moving toward practical automated monitoring of plastic pollution.
Microplastic and nanoplastic analysis methods, tests and reference materials
Researchers described a workflow combining a streamlined experimental setup with automated image analysis to quantify marine microplastic debris, addressing the limitations of labor-intensive manual counting methods that currently prevent scalable and consistent global plastic monitoring.
Current status of the direct detection of microplastics in environments and implications for toxicological effects
Researchers reviewed current methods for detecting microplastics in the environment and summarized the toxic effects of microplastics on aquatic life. They found that while several detection techniques exist — including microscopy and spectroscopy — most suffer from slow processing times, high costs, or high error rates, underscoring the urgent need for faster and more accurate microplastic detection tools.
Artificial Intelligence-Based Microfluidic Platform for Detecting Contaminants in Water: A Review
This review explores how microfluidic devices combined with artificial intelligence can detect water pollutants including microplastics and nanoplastics in real-time, outside the laboratory. Traditional water testing requires large lab equipment, but these portable chip-based systems can identify contaminants quickly and accurately using machine learning. This technology could improve monitoring of microplastic contamination in drinking water and other water sources.
Imaging‐Based Lensless Polarization‐Sensitive Fluid Stream Analyzer for Automated, Label‐Free, and Cost‐Effective Microplastic Classification
Researchers developed an imaging-based lensless polarization-sensitive fluid stream analyzer that combines digital in-line holography with polarization sensitivity for automated, label-free, and cost-effective in situ detection and classification of microplastics in fluid streams, offering a practical tool for continuous aquatic monitoring without the labor costs of traditional sampling.
Microplastic identification in marine environments: A low-cost and effective approach based on transmitted light measurements
Researchers designed a low-cost microplastic detection system using a standard LCD panel and a digital USB microscope to measure transmitted light through seawater samples. The compact system demonstrated effective detection and quantification of microplastics without the need for expensive laboratory instrumentation.
Portable Pyrolysis-Microplasma Carbon Optical Emission Spectrometric Device for Detection of Micro- and Nanoplastics in Water
Scientists developed a portable, low-cost device that can detect micro- and nanoplastics in water samples on-site, rather than requiring expensive lab equipment. The device uses a miniature pyrolyzer combined with an optical emission spectrometer to measure total plastic content in water, achieving detection limits as low as 0.43 micrograms of carbon per liter. This tool could make it much easier to monitor microplastic contamination in tap water, rivers, and wastewater in real time.
A Droplet-Based Microfluidic Impedance Flow Cytometer for Detection of Micropollutants in Water
A droplet-based microfluidic impedance cytometer was designed and tested for in-situ detection of microplastic particles in water, offering a portable and rapid alternative to laboratory-based analytical methods.
Identification of Microplastics in Aquatic Environments Using Oxidative Treatment and Automated Image Analysis
Researchers developed a cost-effective and replicable method for detecting microplastics in freshwater environments using oxidative treatment to digest organic matter from water samples, enabling cleaner isolation and more accurate identification of MP particles without requiring expensive instrumentation.
In-situ analysis of small microplastics in coastal surface water samples of the subtropical island of Okinawa, Japan
Researchers performed in-situ analysis of small microplastics in coastal surface water samples, demonstrating the feasibility of field-based detection methods for capturing fine particles that are often missed in standard sampling. The study contributes to improving microplastic monitoring in coastal environments.
Microscopic techniques as means for the determination of microplastics and nanoplastics in the aquatic environment: A concise review
This review evaluates microscopic techniques for detecting microplastics and nanoplastics in aquatic environments, highlighting their advantages as fast-screening, low-reagent green analytical tools that complement spectroscopic methods for comprehensive particle analysis.