Abstract Microplastics (plastic particles< 5 mm) are a contaminant of increasing
ecotoxicological concern in aquatic environments, as well as for human health. Although …

The continuous increase in synthetic plastic production and poor management in plastic
waste have led to a tremendous increase in the dumping into our aqueous environment …

Microplastic contamination of the oceans is one of the world's most pressing environmental
concerns. The terrestrial component of the global microplastic budget is not well understood …

A new and more alarming source of marine contamination has been recently identified in
micro and nanosized plastic fragments. Microplastics are difficult to see with the naked eye …

The widespread occurrence of microplastic has invaded the environment to an extent that it
appears to be present throughout the globe. This review investigated the global abundance …

Plastics are very useful materials and present numerous advantages in the daily life of
individuals and society. However, plastics are accumulating in the environment and due to …

Laboratory-based studies have suggested that marine organisms can be harmed by
ingesting microplastics. However, unless the current and future microplastic abundance in …

This review summarizes the current state of knowledge regarding the risk assessment of
plastic-associated residual additives, ie residual monomers, degradation products and …

The ubiquitous presence and persistency of microplastics in aquatic environments is of
particular concern because these pollutants represent an increasing threat to marine …

Plastic production has increased dramatically worldwide over the last 60 years and it is
nowadays recognized as a serious threat to the marine environment. Plastic pollution is …