The presence of plastic in the environment has sparked discussion amongst scientists,
regulators and the general public as to how industrialization and consumerism is shaping …

This review quantifies plastic interaction in marine biota. Firstly, entanglement and ingestion
records for all marine birds, mammals, turtles, fish, and invertebrate species, are …

Microplastic (MP) particles have been observed in most environments and concentrations
are expected to increase over the coming decades given continued and increased …

This paper explores people's knowledge and understandings of microplastics; the role of
media in framing perceptions and socio-cultural dimensions to popular solutions to reduce …

Owing to their physical and chemical properties, particles generated by the abrasion of tyre
tread against road surfaces, or tyre wear particles, are recognised as microplastics. Recent …

Pollution of the environment with plastics has garnered significant public attention, but the
topic has also been the focus of controversy, including assertions that resources are better …

Highlights•Few studies reported on microplastic risk for biota, and no risk assessment has
been carried out for humans.•Current evidence indicates a low risk of microplastics to …

Plastic pollution through small particles, so-called microplastics, is acknowledged as an
environmental problem of global dimension by both politicians, and the public. An …

Microplastic pollution has been recognized as an emerging concern that negatively affects
marine ecosystems. Given the situation, the government and environmental groups have …

Microplastics are emerging pollutants that threaten marine resources globally today. Being
difficult to see for the human eye, their public perception and risk perception depend upon …