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ClearQuantitative Analysis of Microplastics in Soil Using Near-Infrared Spectroscopy
This master's thesis examines the use of near-infrared spectroscopy as a quantitative analytical method for detecting and measuring microplastic concentrations in soil samples, assessing its potential as a faster alternative to conventional microplastic quantification techniques.
Development of a low-cost method for quantifying microplastics in soils and compost using near-infrared spectroscopy
Near-infrared spectroscopy was developed as a low-cost, non-destructive method to quantify microplastic mass in soil and compost samples, with sensitivity improved through spectral preprocessing techniques. The method offers a practical alternative to time-consuming visual counting or expensive chemical analysis for high-throughput soil monitoring.
Predicting soil microplastic concentration using vis-NIR spectroscopy
Researchers used visible and near-infrared (vis-NIR) spectroscopy to predict microplastic concentrations in soil samples, developing calibration models that could estimate contamination levels directly from spectral measurements without extensive sample preparation. The approach offers potential for faster and more scalable monitoring of microplastic pollution in agricultural and natural soils.
Vis-NIR spectroscopy based rapid and non-destructive method to quantitate microplastics: An emerging contaminant in farm soil
Researchers developed a rapid, non-destructive method using visible and near-infrared spectroscopy to quantify microplastics in farm soil. The study suggests this approach could overcome the limitations of current extraction-based methods, which are time-consuming and prone to errors and biases.
Towards a fast and generalized microplastic quantification method in soil using terahertz spectroscopy
Researchers compared terahertz and near-infrared spectroscopy for quantifying microplastics in soil, finding that terahertz spectroscopy offered a faster and more accurate approach than NIR for distinguishing household microplastics from standard reference polymers in soil matrices.
Microplastic Analysis in Soil Using Ultra-High-Resolution UV–Vis–NIR Spectroscopy and Chemometric Modeling
Researchers tested a new method using UV-visible-near infrared spectroscopy combined with machine learning to identify microplastics in soil samples. They found the technique could rapidly and accurately distinguish between different plastic polymers and natural soil particles. The study offers a promising alternative to current labor-intensive identification methods, potentially making large-scale microplastic soil monitoring more practical.
Application of Near-infrared Spectroscopy and Multiple Spectral Algorithms to Explore the Effect of Soil Particle Sizes on Soil Nitrogen Detection
Researchers applied near-infrared spectroscopy with machine learning algorithms to rapidly measure soil nitrogen content. While focused on agricultural management rather than microplastics, spectroscopic methods like near-infrared are also used for detecting microplastics in soil samples.
VNIR and SWIR Hyperspectral Imaging for Microplastic detection on Soil
Researchers used non-destructive hyperspectral imaging in visible-near infrared and short-wave infrared ranges to detect microplastics on soil surfaces. Using seven different cryo-milled microplastic polymers and partial least squares analysis, the study demonstrates that hyperspectral imaging can identify microplastics in soil without the complicated, time-consuming steps required by conventional detection methods.
Rapid on-site analysis of soil microplastics using miniaturized NIR spectrometers: Key aspect of instrumental variation
Researchers tested several handheld near-infrared spectrometers to see if they could quickly identify microplastics in soil samples without extensive lab work. The study found that while these portable devices show promise for rapid on-site screening, the choice of sensor matters significantly since different instruments vary widely in their ability to distinguish between polymer types.
Application of High-Resolution Near-Infrared Imaging Spectroscopy to Detect Microplastic Particles in Different Environmental Compartments
Researchers enhanced a lab-based near-infrared imaging spectroscopy setup with a microscopic lens to detect microplastic particles as small as 100 micrometers across multiple environmental sample types, significantly speeding up analysis compared to traditional methods. Faster, semi-automated detection tools are essential for scaling up environmental monitoring of microplastics, which currently requires labor-intensive laboratory work.
Research on Identification and Classification Methods for Soil Microplastics in Hyperspectral Detection
Hyperspectral imaging was tested as a rapid, large-area detection method for identifying and classifying microplastics in soil, offering an alternative to time-consuming particle-by-particle Raman or FTIR spectroscopy. The approach could allow researchers to map microplastic distribution across soil samples far more efficiently. Faster detection technology is important for expanding the geographic scope of soil microplastic monitoring and for assessing contamination in agricultural land.
VNIR and SWIR Hyperspectral Imaging for Microplastic detection on Soil
Researchers applied VNIR (400-1000 nm) and SWIR (1000-2000 nm) hyperspectral imaging to detect and identify seven types of cryo-milled microplastic polymers mixed into soil surfaces. Partial least squares regression models successfully distinguished polymer types, offering a non-destructive, rapid screening approach for identifying microplastics directly in soil environments.
Rapid detection of microplastics in plastic-covered soils using FT-NIR and ATR-FTIR spectral data fusion
Researchers developed a rapid, non-destructive method to detect microplastics in agricultural soils by combining two infrared spectroscopy techniques (FT-NIR and ATR-FTIR) with machine-learning models. The fused spectral approach substantially outperformed either technique alone, detecting microplastics down to around 7 parts per million. Fast, accurate soil screening tools are critical for understanding and managing the growing microplastic contamination in farmland.
A novel way to rapidly monitor microplastics in soil by hyperspectral imaging technology and chemometrics
Hyperspectral imaging combined with chemometrics was demonstrated as a novel way to rapidly detect and map multiple types of microplastics in soil samples, identifying particles of different polymer types based on their spectral signatures. The approach could enable faster and more spatially detailed monitoring of microplastic contamination in agricultural and environmental soils.
Innovative approach for determining polypropylene microplastics pollution in calcareous soils: Vis-NIR spectroscopy
Researchers demonstrated that visible and near-infrared (Vis-NIR) spectroscopy combined with statistical modeling can accurately detect and quantify polypropylene microplastics in agricultural calcareous soils, with a model accuracy of R² = 0.91. This is promising because it could enable rapid, low-cost field screening of soil microplastic contamination without expensive laboratory analysis.
Development of a rapid detection protocol for microplastics using reflectance-FTIR spectroscopic imaging and multivariate classification
Reflectance-FTIR spectroscopy was evaluated as a faster and more automated detection method for microplastics in environmental samples, with results showing strong potential for high-throughput screening. The method could reduce the time and cost of routine microplastic monitoring programs.
Toward high-precision analysis of soil micro-and nanoplastics: A review of spectroscopy and machine learning approaches
Researchers reviewed multiple spectroscopy techniques — including infrared, Raman, and hyperspectral imaging — combined with machine learning as faster, cheaper alternatives to traditional methods for detecting microplastics and nanoplastics in soil. While promising, key challenges remain including poor detection of nanoplastics, limited real-world validation, and detection limits that often miss environmentally relevant concentrations.
Polymer Type Identification of Marine Plastic Litter Using a Miniature Near-Infrared Spectrometer (MicroNIR)
Researchers tested a miniature near-infrared spectrometer (MicroNIR) for rapidly identifying polymer types in marine plastic litter collected from beaches, finding it could accurately distinguish common plastics like polyethylene and polypropylene. Low-cost, portable identification tools are important for large-scale monitoring of marine plastic pollution.
Soil Microplastics Spectrum Based on Visible Near-Infrared Spectroscopy
Researchers developed a visible near-infrared spectroscopy method for quantifying microplastics in soil, finding that spectral reflectance decreases with increasing microplastic content and that a regression model combining normalisation with first-derivative transformation achieved the best predictive accuracy with R-squared values of 0.75 and 0.77 for calibration and validation sets.
Automated identification and quantification of invisible microplastics in agricultural soils
Researchers developed an automated method combining laser direct infrared and FTIR spectroscopy to identify microplastics in agricultural soils, revealing that particles smaller than 500 micrometers account for over 96% of soil microplastics that are invisible to traditional visual inspection.
A comprehensive and fast microplastics identification based on near-infrared hyperspectral imaging (HSI-NIR) and chemometrics
Researchers developed a near-infrared hyperspectral imaging method combined with chemometric analysis for rapid, high-throughput identification of microplastic types in mixed samples, achieving high classification accuracy and offering a faster alternative to FTIR and Raman methods for routine monitoring.
Accurate detection of low concentrations of microplastics in soils via short-wave infrared hyperspectral imaging
Researchers combined short-wave infrared hyperspectral imaging with machine learning algorithms to detect low concentrations of polyamide and polyethylene microplastics in soil samples, achieving accurate classification with implications for fast, non-destructive screening of agricultural land for plastic contamination.
Detection of microplastic pollution in top soils using optical reflectance spectroscopy from the ultraviolet to shortwave infrared: a review
This review examined the potential of optical reflectance spectroscopy across the ultraviolet to shortwave infrared range as a detection method for microplastic pollution in soils. Researchers assessed the current state of spectroscopic approaches for soil microplastic identification, highlighting both the promise of this non-destructive technique and the key challenges that must be overcome for reliable field and laboratory application.
An effective strategy for the monitoring of microplastics in complex aquatic matrices: Exploiting the potential of near infrared hyperspectral imaging (NIR-HSI)
Researchers developed a near infrared hyperspectral imaging (NIR-HSI) method for rapid monitoring of microplastics in complex marine matrices, demonstrating effective detection and polymer identification that overcomes the time and cost limitations of conventional spectroscopic analysis approaches.