This paper explores different interactions and processes involved in the transport of
microplastics from agricultural systems to surrounding environments. We conducted an …

Due to its highly recalcitrant nature, the growing accumulation of plastic waste is becoming
an urgent global problem. Biodegradation is one of the best possible approaches for the …

In this study, biodegradation of polystyrene (PS) and low-density polyethylene (LDPE) by
Zophobas atratus larvae was characterized to investigate fragmentation of ingested …

Evidence for plastic degradation by mealworms has been reported. However, little is known
about the residual plastics derived from incomplete digestion during mealworm-mediated …

Biodegradation of polystyrene (PS) in mealworms (Tenebrio molitor lavae) has been
identified with commercial PS foams. However, there is currently limited understanding of …

Traditional plastics, such as polyethylene (PE), polystyrene (PS), polypropylene (PP),
polyvinyl chloride (PVC), polyethylene terephthalate (PET), polyurethane (PUR), and other …

It remains unknown whether plastic-biodegrading macroinvertebrates generate
microplastics (MPs) and nanoplastics (NPs) during the biodegradation of plastics. In this …

Yellow and dark mealworms (Tenebrio molitor and Tenebrio obscurus) biodegrade
commercial polyethylene (PE) materials at a high rate. We examined the impact of physical …

Oxidative decomposition of polystyrene (PS) by insects has been previously demonstrated,
yet little is known about the oxidation mechanism and its effect on the metabolism of plastics …

Microplastics (MP) and nanoplastics (NP) contamination of the terrestrial environment is a
growing concern worldwide and is thought to impact soil biota, particularly the micro and …