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Cape Peninsula University of Technology

Microplastic research output and top contributors from Cape Peninsula University of Technology.

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49
Papers
1
Tier 1 Papers
629
Citations
35% of papers are collaborative — co-authored with researchers from other institutions. Only 32 papers list Cape Peninsula University of Technology as the sole institution. How attribution works →

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Author Papers
Conrad Sparks 29
Adetunji Awe 16
Thabang Maphanga 9
Xolisiwe Sinalo Grangxabe 6
Siviwe Elvis Yuyu 6
Tshidi Precious Baloyi 6
Benett Siyabonga Madonsela 5
Beatrice Olutoyin Opeolu 4
Omoniyi Pereao 3
Danielle Julius 3
Marilize Le Roes‐Hill 2
Alaric Prins 2
Babalwa Gqomfa 2
Cynthia Dlangamandla 2
Seteno Karabo Obed Ntwampe 2
Boredi Silas Chidi 2
Kunle Okaiyeto 2
W.B. Samuels 2
Jonathan Lassen 2
Wakuenda Alex Bukasa 2
Rushdi Ariefdien 2
Deen Hill 2
Benett Siyabonga Madonsela 1
Asis Patnaik 1
Oluwafemi Omoniyi Oguntibeju 1
Ntombie Thandazile Mhlongo 1
Virimai Victor Mugobo 1
Herbert Ntuli 1
Pamela J. Welz 1
Amrita Ranjan 1
Bahati Sosthenes Mayoma 1
Vikki Eriksson 1
Veronica Barnes 1
Olalekan S. Fatoki 1
A. R. Khan 1
Jaime Leigh Johnson 1
L. D. Ferguson 1
Komlan Apetogbor 1
Jade Maneveld 1
Stiaan Immelman 1
M.J. Maritz 1
Uyiosa Osagie Aigbe 1

Top Papers

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Microplastics in Mussels Along the Coast of Cape Town, South Africa
2020 Tier 2 88 citations
Abundance and characteristics of microplastics in retail mussels from Cape Town, South Africa
2021 Tier 2 87 citations
Microplastics in aquatic environment: characterization, ecotoxicological effect, implications for ecosystems and developments in South Africa
2020 Tier 2 87 citations
Microplastics in offshore fish from the Agulhas Bank, South Africa
2020 Tier 2 83 citations
Spatio-temporal distribution of microplastics in water and sediment samples of the Plankenburg river, Western Cape, South Africa
2023 Tier 2 75 citations
Concentrations and risk assessment of metals and microplastics from antifouling paint particles in the coastal sediment of a marina in Simon's Town, South Africa
2022 Tier 2 30 citations
Microplastic pollution and risk assessment in surface water and sediments of the Zandvlei Catchment and estuary, Cape Town, South Africa
2023 Tier 2 27 citations
Monitoring plastic pollution using bioindicators: a global review and recommendations for marine environments
2024 Tier 20 citations
Environmental concentrations, characteristics and risk assessment of microplastics in water and sediment along the Western Cape coastline, South Africa
2023 Tier 2 18 citations
Microplastic concentrations and risk assessment in water, sediment and invertebrates from Simon's Town, South Africa
2024 Tier 2 16 citations
Stormwater outlets: A source of microplastics in coastal zones of Cape Town, South Africa
2023 Tier 2 16 citations
Characteristics and Risk Assessment of Microplastics in Water and Mussels Sampled from Cape Town Harbour and Two Oceans Aquarium, South Africa
2023 Tier 2 16 citations
A mixed method assessment of research productivity on microplastics in various compartments in the environment
2023 Tier 2 13 citations
Consumer Preference for Attributes of Single-Use and Multi-Use Plastic Shopping Bags in Cape Town: A Choice Experiment Approach
2022 Tier 2 10 citations
Systematic assessment on the remediation of Bisphenol A in the global environments: a mixed method analysis of research outputs
2024 Tier 2 8 citations
Impacts and Threats of Marine Litter in African Seas
2022 Tier 2 7 citations
Identification and quantification of microplastics in wastewater treatment plants by spectroscopic and microscopic techniques in Johannesburg East, South Africa
2023 Tier 2 6 citations
Status quo and sector readiness for (bio)plastic food and beverage packaging in the 4IR
2022 Tier 2 6 citations
Assessing microplastic characteristics and abundance in the sediment and surface water of the Diep River, Western Cape, South Africa
2025 Tier 2 5 citations
An overview of the prevalence of micro- and nanoplastics in the Southern African development community: a potential risk to environmental and public health
2025 Tier 1 2 citations
Abundance and characteristics of anthropogenic litter along the Tanzanian shores of the African Great Lakes: including volunteer involvement, outreach, and stakeholder engagement in a holistic approach
2025 Tier 2 citations
Metals associated with Beach plastic litter at Woodbridge Island and Derdesteen in Table Bay, South Africa
2025 Tier 2 citations
Microplastics pollution understanding of beachgoers in Cape Town: South Africa
2025 Tier 2 1 citations
Addressing Microplastic Pollution via the Global Plastic Treaty
2024 Tier 2 1 citations
Characteristics and distribution of litter, mesolitter and microplastics in Table Bay, Cape Town, South Africa
2023 Tier 2 1 citations
Environmental Concentrations, Characteristics and Risk Assessment of Microplastics in Water and Sediment Along the Western Cape Coastline, South Africa
2023 Tier 2 1 citations
PET Plastic in Food and Beverage Packaging Design: a Review of Legislation, Literature and Industry Reporting Comparing European and South African Industrial Practice
2020 Tier 2 1 citations
Lipase, lecithinase, esterase, and protease production screening as indicators of plastic-degrading potential of seaweed-associated bacteria
2026 Tier 2
Lipase, lecithinase, esterase, and protease production screening as indicators of plastic-degrading potential of seaweed-associated bacteria
2026 Tier 2
Paint - A key source of microplastics to the environment: Fate, effects, and mitigation strategies
2026 Tier 2
Paint - A key source of microplastics to the environment: Fate, effects, and mitigation strategies
2026 Tier 2
Do Microplastics Transfer from Lower to Higher Trophic levels in Rocky Tidal Pools at Nature's Valley, South Africa?
2026 Tier 2
Current techniques for identifying, quantifying, and characterizing micro and nanoplastics with emphasis on strengths, limitations, and challenges
2025 Tier 2
Abundance, characteristics, and risk assessment of microplastics in echinoderms along the Western Cape coastline, South Africa
2025 Tier 2
Characteristics and distribution of litter, mesolitter, and microplastics in Table Bay, Cape Town, South Africa
2025 Tier 2
Decision: Microplastics pollution understanding of beachgoers in Cape Town: South Africa — R1/PR9
2025 Tier 2
Recommendation: Microplastics pollution understanding of beachgoers in Cape Town: South Africa — R1/PR8
2025 Tier 2
Review: Microplastics pollution understanding of beachgoers in Cape Town: South Africa — R1/PR7
2025 Tier 2
Scientists’ Coalition perspectives on articles of the Chair’s text
2025 Tier 2
Abiotic Degradation of Polymeric Personal Protective Equipment by Artificial Weathering
2025 Tier
Decision: Microplastics pollution understanding of beachgoers in Cape Town: South Africa — R0/PR5
2024 Tier 2
Author comment: Microplastics pollution understanding of beachgoers in Cape Town: South Africa — R1/PR6
2024 Tier 2
Recommendation: Microplastics pollution understanding of beachgoers in Cape Town: South Africa — R0/PR4
2024 Tier 2
Characteristics and Concentrations of Microplastics in Horse Mackerel Guts Off the Coast of Angola
2023 Tier 2
Stormwater Outlets: A Source of Microplastics in Coastal Zones of Cape Town, South Africa
2023 Tier 2
Microplastic Pollution and Risk Assessment in Surface Waters and Sediment of the Zandvlei Catchment and Estuary, Cape Town, South Africa
2023 Tier 2
Characteristics and risk assessment of microplastics in water and mussels sampled from Cape Town Harbour and Two Oceans Aquarium, South Africa
2022 Tier 2
Spatio-Temporal Distribution of Microplastics in Water and Sediment Samples of the Plankenburg River, Western Cape, South Africa
2022 Tier 2
Concentrations and Risk Assessment of Metals, Antifouling Paint Particles and Microplastics in Coastal Sediment of a Marina in Simon’s Town, South Africa
2021 Tier 2