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61,005 resultsShowing papers similar to Air quality biomonitoring in the Guaiúba Chemical Park using Tradescantia pallida var. purpurea: genotoxic effects assessed by micronucleus and stamen hair mutation bioassays associated with climate data
ClearBiomonitoramento dos efeitos genotóxicos relacionados à poluição atmosférica em ambientes de intenso tráfego de veículos: Contribuições para a vigilância em saúde ambiental de populações expostas
This paper is not about microplastics; it reports a biomonitoring study using the plant Tradescantia pallida to measure genotoxic effects of vehicle traffic air pollution at urban intersections in Brazil.
Tree Species as Biomonitors of Air Pollution around a Scrap Metal Recycling Factory in Southwest Nigeria: Implications for Greenbelt Development
Researchers evaluated six tree species near a scrap metal recycling factory in Nigeria for their ability to tolerate and absorb air pollution. They ranked the species by their air pollution tolerance index and anticipated performance, identifying which trees would be most effective for creating protective greenbelts. The study contributes to understanding how vegetation can help mitigate airborne pollution in industrialized areas where particulate contamination, including microplastics, is a concern.
Plastic is in the air: Impact of micro-nanoplastics from airborne pollution on Tillandsia usneoides (L.) L. (Bromeliaceae) as a possible green sensor
Researchers found that airborne micro-nanoplastics significantly reduced growth in the air plant Tillandsia usneoides, with PVC causing the most severe effects and aged plastics showing different toxicity patterns than pristine particles.
Assessment of the air quality in an industrial zone using active moss biomonitoring
This paper is not relevant to microplastics — it uses moss-bag biomonitoring to assess heavy metal air pollution near a metallurgical industrial facility in Tula, Russia.
The Use of Mosses in Biomonitoring of Air Pollution in the Terrestrial Environment: A Review
This paper is not about microplastics; it reviews the use of mosses as biomonitors for air pollution by metals and organic compounds.
Plant Bioassay in cytogenetic monitoring for the review of the Environmental toxins
This paper is not relevant to microplastics research — it is a broad review of plant bioassay methods for cytogenetic monitoring of environmental toxicity, covering genotoxic agents such as pesticides and industrial chemicals.
A green, fast protocol to estimate the accumulation of airborne anthropogenic microfibers in in urban areas: effects of season and rainfall.
Researchers investigated the use of ivy leaves as passive biomonitors for airborne anthropogenic microfibers in six urban sites across Italy, finding that fiber accumulation varied significantly by land use and season, and that heavy rainfall events temporarily reduced fiber loads on leaf surfaces.
Sequential extraction of anthropogenic microfibers from the leaves of Pittosporum tobira
A new sequential extraction protocol using tape-tearing, water washing, ethanol, and hydrogen peroxide successfully recovered airborne microfibers trapped on the waxy leaf surfaces of Pittosporum tobira shrubs, with polyester and PET fibers making up most of what was found. The study validates this common ornamental plant as a reliable biomonitor for airborne microfiber pollution in urban environments, opening the door to low-cost, wide-scale atmospheric plastic monitoring using vegetation.
Wild and ruderal plants as bioindicators of global urban pollution by air, water and soil in Riyadh and Abha, Saudi Arabia
Researchers assessed wild and ruderal plants as bioindicators of urban pollution from air, water, and soil in two Saudi Arabian cities, demonstrating their utility for monitoring environmental contamination from anthropogenic activities.
Analysis of water quality, bioindicators, contaminants and their cytogenetic impacts in a Cerrado reservoir
Researchers evaluated water quality and sediment toxicity in Brazil's Cana Brava reservoir using the Allium cepa test, detecting cytotoxic and genotoxic effects alongside metals, microplastics, and other contaminants near urban tributaries.
Fine-tuning the use of moss transplants to map pollution by Potentially Toxic Elements (PTEs) in urban areas
Researchers evaluated the use of mossphere transplants to map atmospheric deposition of potentially toxic elements in urban areas, finding that the devitalized moss bags accurately reflect spatial pollution gradients and can be fine-tuned for city-scale biomonitoring.
Plant Bioassay in Cytogenetic Monitoring for the Review of the Environmental Toxins
This review examines plant-based bioassays as cost-effective, environmentally friendly alternatives to traditional chemical methods for monitoring cytogenetic damage from environmental toxins, aligning with Green Chemistry principles.
Fifteen Years of Airborne Particulates in Vitro Toxicology in Milano: Lessons and Perspectives Learned
This review summarized fifteen years of in vitro toxicology research on airborne particulates collected in Milan, highlighting molecular mechanisms of inflammation, oxidative stress, and DNA damage, while pointing to emerging evidence that particulates modulate genes and microRNAs implicated in epigenetic disease processes.
Efecto fitotóxico del material particulado PM2,5 y PM10 en la ciudad de Juliaca, Perú
This paper is not relevant to microplastics research — it studies the phytotoxic effects of atmospheric particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10) on plants in the city of Juliaca, Peru, examining morphological and biochemical changes caused by air pollution particles.
Air Quality Assessment by Moss Biomonitoring and Trace Metals Atmospheric Deposition
Researchers used moss biomonitoring with Hypnum cupressiforme across Albania to assess atmospheric deposition of trace metals, identifying anthropogenic pollution hotspots and demonstrating that moss can serve as a cost-effective tool for monitoring air quality and microplastic deposition at national scale.
New Methods for Testing/Determining the Environmental Exposure to Glyphosate in Sunflower (Helianthus annuus L.) Plants
Researchers tested new methods for detecting glyphosate exposure in sunflower plants, identifying sensitive biomarkers at the molecular and physiological level that could improve environmental monitoring of herbicide contamination in agricultural settings.
Moss as a biomonitor for the atmospheric deposition of anthropogenic microfibres
Researchers used moss (Bryophyta) as a passive biomonitor to track atmospheric deposition of anthropogenic microfibres, finding that moss samples from various locations accumulated synthetic fibres reflecting local sources of airborne plastic contamination. The study establishes moss monitoring as a practical method for assessing microplastic atmospheric deposition without active collection equipment.
Robinia pseudoacacia L. (Black Locust) Leaflets as Biomonitors of Airborne Microplastics
Black locust tree leaflets collected near roadsides in Siena, Italy accumulated significantly more microplastics—especially tyre wear particles—than those from urban parks, demonstrating that leaves can serve as passive biomonitors for airborne microplastic deposition. Using vegetation to map the spatial distribution of airborne tyre and other plastic particles provides a low-cost tool for assessing human inhalation exposure in different environments.
Photosynthesis-related Parameters in Leucobryum aduncum Moss Bags as Bioindicators of Environmental Stress Caused by Road Traffic
Researchers used photosynthesis-related parameters in Leucobryum aduncum moss bags as bioindicators of environmental stress from road traffic pollution. The study tested whether moss physiological responses could serve as reliable early warning signals of air quality deterioration near roads.
Comparison of microplastic type, size, and composition in atmospheric and foliage samples in an urban scenario
Researchers compared microplastic contamination in outdoor air deposits and on plant leaf surfaces in an urban area and found that both sampling methods detected similar types and sizes of microplastic particles. Fibers were the most common shape found, and polyester and polyethylene were among the most frequently identified polymers. The study suggests that plant foliage could serve as a practical biomonitor for tracking airborne microplastic pollution in cities.
Espécies Sentinelas: Monitoramento Ambiental com Base em Biomarcadores de Efeito Cito- e Genotóxico
This Brazilian study presents protocols for environmental quality monitoring using sentinel species and biomarkers including the comet assay, micronucleus test, and neutral red assay in invertebrates and vertebrates, demonstrating how indicator species can detect anthropogenic impacts at cellular and molecular levels.
Effects of urban atmospheric particulate matter on higher plants using Lycopersicon esculentum as model species
Tomato plants exposed to aqueous extracts of urban atmospheric particulate matter showed dose-dependent reductions in biomass and chlorophyll content, with higher doses causing clear phytotoxic effects and protein content paradoxically increasing at intermediate doses, suggesting that PM-associated nutrient content initially offsets chemical stress at lower concentrations.
Global ambient air quality monitoring: Can mosses help? A systematic meta-analysis of literature about passive moss biomonitoring
Researchers conducted a systematic review of 123 studies on moss-based passive biomonitoring, finding that mosses can serve as natural sensors for atmospheric deposition of heavy metals and organic pollutants, offering a cost-effective complement to conventional air quality monitoring networks especially in developing regions.
Bioindicators and human biomarkers as alternative approaches for cost-effective assessment of air pollution exposure
This review explores low-cost methods for monitoring air pollution using natural indicators like spider webs, lichens, and mosses, as well as human biomarkers that detect genetic damage from pollution exposure. While not focused on microplastics specifically, several of these biomonitoring techniques could be adapted to assess airborne microplastic exposure in communities. The approach is especially valuable for regions that cannot afford expensive air monitoring equipment but need to understand local pollution impacts on health.