Microplastics in Ecuador: A Review of Environmental and Health-Risk Assessment Challenges DOI

Pamela Y. Vélez- Terreros,

David Romero‐Estévez, Gabriela S. Yánez-Jácome

et al.

Published: Jan. 1, 2023

Pollution from plastic debris and microplastics (MPs) is a worldwide issue. Classified as emerging contaminants, MPs have become widespread been found not only in terrestrial aquatic ecosystems but also within the food chain, which affects both environment human health. Since outbreak of COVID-19, consumption single-use plastics has drastically increased, intensifying mismanaged waste countries such Ecuador. Therefore, aim this review to 1) summarize state MP-related knowledge, focusing on studies conducted with environmental matrices, animals, food, 2) analyze efforts by different national authorities entities Ecuador control MP contamination. Results showed limited number done Ecuador, mainly focused surface water coastal areas, followed sediment food. were identified all samples, indicating lack wastewater management policies, deficient solid wastes, contribution anthropogenic activities artisanal fishing aquaculture ecosystem pollution, webs. Moreover, shown that contamination can occur through atmospheric deposition MPs; however, ingredients inputs production, processing, packaging, well containers, contribute occurrence Further research needed develop more sensitive, precise, reliable detection methods assess MPs’ impact ecosystems, biota, In specifically, implementing treatment plants major cities, continuously monitoring contamination, establishing safety regulations are crucial. Additionally, need programs raise public awareness use its effects, exposure’s effects

Language: Английский

The potential impacts of micro-and-nano plastics on various organ systems in humans DOI Creative Commons
Nurshad Ali,

Jenny Katsouli,

Emma L. Marczylo

et al.

EBioMedicine, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 99, P. 104901 - 104901

Published: Dec. 6, 2023

Humans are exposed to micro-and-nano plastics (MNPs) through various routes, but the adverse health effects of MNPs on different organ systems not yet fully understood. This review aims provide an overview potential impacts and identify knowledge gaps in current research. The summarized results suggest that exposure can lead oxidative stress, inflammation, immune dysfunction, altered biochemical energy metabolism, impaired cell proliferation, disrupted microbial metabolic pathways, abnormal development, carcinogenicity. There is limited human data MNPs, despite evidence from animal cellular studies. Most published research has focused specific types assess their toxicity, while other plastic particles commonly found environment remain unstudied. Future studies should investigate by considering realistic concentrations, dose-dependent effects, individual susceptibility, confounding factors.

Language: Английский

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Microbial Enzyme Biotechnology to Reach Plastic Waste Circularity: Current Status, Problems and Perspectives DOI Open Access
Marco Orlando, Gianluca Molla, Pietro Castellani

et al.

International Journal of Molecular Sciences, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 24(4), P. 3877 - 3877

Published: Feb. 15, 2023

The accumulation of synthetic plastic waste in the environment has become a global concern. Microbial enzymes (purified or as whole-cell biocatalysts) represent emerging biotechnological tools for circularity; they can depolymerize materials into reusable building blocks, but their contribution must be considered within context present management practices. This review reports on prospective bio-recycling framework Europe. Available biotechnology support polyethylene terephthalate (PET) recycling. However, PET represents only ≈7% unrecycled waste. Polyurethanes, principal fraction, together with other thermosets and more recalcitrant thermoplastics (e.g., polyolefins) are next plausible target enzyme-based depolymerization, even if this process is currently effective ideal polyester-based polymers. To extend to circularity, optimization collection sorting systems should feed chemoenzymatic technologies treatment mixed In addition, new bio-based lower environmental impact comparison approaches developed (available new) materials, that designed required durability being susceptible action enzymes.

Language: Английский

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Micro(nano)plastics and Their Potential Impact on Human Gut Health: A Narrative Review DOI Creative Commons

Carlo Covello,

Federica Di Vincenzo, Giovanni Cammarota

et al.

Current Issues in Molecular Biology, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 46(3), P. 2658 - 2677

Published: March 21, 2024

Microplastics and nanoplastics (MNPs) are becoming an increasingly severe global problem due to their widespread distribution complex impact on living organisms. Apart from environmental impact, the effects of MNPs organisms have also continued attract attention. The harmful has been extensively documented in marine invertebrates larger vertebrates like fish. However, research toxicity these particles mammals is still limited, possible humans poorly understood. Considering that commonly found food or packaging, primarily exposed them through ingestion. It would be valuable investigate potential gut health. This review focuses recent exploring toxicological impacts micro- gut, as observed human cell lines mammalian models. Available data various studies indicate accumulation models cells may result adverse consequences, terms epithelial toxicity, immune disruption microbiota. paper discusses current limitations prospects this field, aiming provide a scientific basis reference for further toxic mechanisms nanoplastics.

Language: Английский

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Micro-nanoplastics and cardiovascular diseases: evidence and perspectives DOI Creative Commons
Francesco Prattichizzo, Antonio Ceriello, Valeria Pellegrini

et al.

European Heart Journal, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 45(38), P. 4099 - 4110

Published: Sept. 6, 2024

Abstract Emerging evidence indicates that chemical exposures in the environment are overlooked drivers of cardiovascular diseases (CVD). Recent suggests micro- and nanoplastic (MNP) particles derived largely from or mechanical degradation plastics might represent a novel CVD risk factor. Experimental data preclinical models suggest MNPs can foster oxidative stress, platelet aggregation, cell senescence, inflammatory responses endothelial immune cells while promoting range metabolic alterations lead to disease premature death. In humans, various plastics, including polyethylene polyvinylchloride, have been detected atherosclerotic plaques other tissues, pericardia, epicardial adipose pericardial myocardia, left atrial appendages. measurable levels within thrombi seem accumulate preferentially areas vascular lesions. Their presence carotid is associated with subsequent increased incidence events. To further investigate possible causal role CVD, future studies should focus on large, prospective cohorts assessing exposure individuals plastic-related pollution, routes absorption, existence putative safety limit, correspondence between accumulation timing development, pathophysiological mechanisms instigated by pertinent concentrations MNPs. Data such would allow design preventive, even therapeutic, strategies. Meanwhile, existing reducing plastic production use will produce benefits for human health. This goal could be achieved through UN Global Plastics Treaty currently negotiation.

Language: Английский

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Plastic pollution: how can the global health community fight the growing problem? DOI Creative Commons
Dieudonné Bidashimwa,

Theresa Hoke,

Thu Ba Huynh

et al.

BMJ Global Health, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 8(Suppl 3), P. e012140 - e012140

Published: June 1, 2023

Language: Английский

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Unraveling the interplay between environmental microplastics and salinity stress on Mytilus galloprovincialis larval development: A holistic exploration DOI
Khouloud Boukadida, Rania Mlouka, Mohamed Rida Abelouah

et al.

The Science of The Total Environment, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 927, P. 172177 - 172177

Published: April 3, 2024

Language: Английский

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Rapid on-site analysis of soil microplastics using miniaturized NIR spectrometers: Key aspect of instrumental variation DOI Creative Commons
Krzysztof B. Beć, Justyna Grabska,

Frank Pfeifer

et al.

Journal of Hazardous Materials, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 480, P. 135967 - 135967

Published: Sept. 26, 2024

Language: Английский

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Diel Pattern of Microplastic Residues in Zebrafish DOI
Cuizhu Ma, Qiqing Chen, Zhuo Gao

et al.

Environmental Science & Technology, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 57(44), P. 16779 - 16787

Published: Oct. 28, 2023

As one of the emerging pollutants, microplastics (MPs) can be taken up by aquatic organisms through ingestion. However, little is known about uptake pattern in over time and associated mechanisms retention patterns. The present study aims to elucidate these patterns fish, their relationship with light/dark conditions, examine kinetic process small-sized plastic especially during long-neglected dark period. Zebrafish were sampled every 2 h light periods after exposure an environmentally relevant concentration (100 items/L) MPs. results demonstrated that MP residues zebrafish decreased period rather than increased time. rhythm swimming behavior exposed displayed a statistically significant variation. Moreover, very strong positive correlation was found between speed number gastrointestinal tracts zebrafish. These clearly demonstrate fibrous fish have discernible diel pattern. This work improves understanding dynamic residual MPs calls for further in-depth circadian toxicokinetic studies better suit particle pollutants.

Language: Английский

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Evidence of internalized microplastics in mussel tissues detected by volumetric Raman imaging DOI Creative Commons
Julene Aramendia, Nerea García-Velasco, José Manuel Amigo

et al.

The Science of The Total Environment, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 914, P. 169960 - 169960

Published: Jan. 9, 2024

Microplastics are a global ecological concern due to their potential risk wildlife and human health. Animals ingest microplastics, which can enter the trophic chain ultimately impact well-being. The ingestion of microplastics cause physical chemical damage animals' digestive systems, affecting To estimate ecosystems health, it is crucial understand accumulation localization ingested within cells tissues living organisms. However, analyzing this issue challenging sample contamination, given ubiquity microplastics. Here, an analytical approach employed confirm internalization in cryogenic cross-sections mussel tissue. Using 3D Raman confocal microscopy combination with chemometrics, measuring 1 μm size were detected. results further validated using optical fluorescence microscopy. findings revealed evidence being internalized epithelial exposed mussels (Mytilus galloprovincialis), specifically forming alveoli. This study highlights need investigate organisms like mussels, as helps us risks they pose aquatic biota By employing advanced imaging techniques, challenges associated contamination be overcome valuable insights into on marine consumers provided.

Language: Английский

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Effects of size and surface charge on the sedimentation of nanoplastics in freshwater DOI
Honglu Zhu,

Xiaolei Fan,

Hua Zou

et al.

Chemosphere, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 336, P. 139194 - 139194

Published: June 12, 2023

Language: Английский

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