Polymeric differences of plastic debris were assessed across four compartments of the Main
Hawaiian Islands (sea surface, windward beaches, leeward beaches, and seafloor) to better …

Discarded fishing gear (DFG) comprises most of the plastic in the North Pacific Ocean and
causes environmental and economic losses. Building evidence on the material construction …

The influence of floating marine debris (FMD) on coastal and marine communities and
ecosystems is undeniable, and attention is increasingly focused on ecologically and …

Marine debris is a global crisis impacting human health, wildlife, and coastal economies.
Remote sensing and geospatial technologies are an efficient way to document marine …

Cigarette filters are made of non-biodegradable plastic and are one of the top littered items
worldwide. Here, we determine if policy implementation is an effective strategy for reducing …

The COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent travel restrictions led to a considerable reduction
in tourism and human activity on Maui, presenting a unique opportunity to study debris …

Plastics have become an essential part of modern society. Their properties can be easily
manipulated by incorporating additives to impart desirable attributes, such as colour …

The accumulation of marine litter on coastal seabeds is influenced by various anthropogenic
and environmental factors. To identify litter accumulation areas on the seafloor, it is …

Accurate assessment of distribution patterns and dynamic insights into rural populations is
pivotal for comprehending domestic waste generation, recycling, and transportation in rural …

Marine debris is a global crisis that negatively affects human health and safety, wildlife, and
coastal economies. Geospatial technology has been deployed to map, measure, and model …