Microplastics and antimicrobials are widespread contaminants that threaten global systems
and frequently co-exist in the presence of human or animal pathogens. Whilst the impact of …

Landfill leachate is an essential source of pathogens and antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs)
in the environment. However, information on the removal behavior of pathogens and ARGs …

Microplastics pose risks to marine organisms through ingestion, entanglement, and as
carriers of toxic additives and environmental pollutants. Plastic pre-production pellet …

Climate change and associated major weather and socioeconomic events will place
significant strain on healthcare facilities. Work being done to advance rapid diagnostics …

Plastic leachates have chemical and biological implications for marine environments. This
study experimentally evaluated acute effects of weathering plastic leachates (0, 25, 50, 75 …

UV degradation of marine microplastics (MPs) could increase their vector potential for
pathogenic bacteria and threaten human health. However, little is known about how the …

Plastic debris in the ocean releases chemical compounds that can be toxic to marine fauna.
It was recently found that some marine bacteria can degrade such leachates, but information …

The significant increase in hazardous waste generation in Australia has led to the
discussion over the incorporation of artificial intelligence into the hazardous waste …

Polystyrene plastics present significant environmental and human health threats due to their
poor recyclability and degradability. However, leveraging their properties to enhance …

Antibiotic-resistant bacteria (ARB) adhesion onto plastic substrates is a potential threat to
environmental and human health. This current research investigates the prevalence of two …