International Journal of Ecology,
Год журнала:
2023,
Номер
2023, С. 1 - 21
Опубликована: Дек. 31, 2023
Currently,
research
on
microplastics
(MPs)
has
increased
due
to
their
rapid
distribution
throughout
the
world
and
harmful
effects
ecosystem.
However,
a
detailed
description
of
dispersion
methods
for
both
detection
removal
not
been
given.
The
objective
this
is
carry
out
bibliographic
review
that
allows
multidisciplinary
analysis
microplastic
contamination
current
methods.
method
used
PRISMA
in
which
articles
from
reliable
databases
such
as
Scopus,
Web
science,
Google
Scholar
were
collected
analyzed
finally
provide
details
physical
chemical
detecting
MPs,
addition
presenting
technologies
removal.
As
result
analysis,
critical
information
was
obtained
different
studies
impact
MPs
ecosystem
variation
efficiency
according
type
pretreatment
applied
sample.
It
concluded
essential
understand
consequences
have
tools
evaluate
improve
technologies,
mainly
Journal of Environmental Management,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
359, С. 120816 - 120816
Опубликована: Апрель 25, 2024
The
escalating
threat
of
plastic
pollution
necessitates
urgent
and
immediate
action,
particularly
within
the
food
beverage
(F&B)
industry,
a
significant
contributor
to
single-use
waste
(SUP).
As
global
population
surges,
so
does
consumption
plastics
in
F&B
sector,
perpetuating
linear
economy
model
characterized
by
'take,
make,
use,
dispose'
approach.
This
significantly
exacerbates
issues,
with
projections
indicating
an
alarming
increase
outputs
2050
if
current
practices
continue.
Against
this
backdrop,
circular
presents
viable
alternative,
its
emphasis
on
resource
retention,
recovery,
extension
product
lifecycles.
study
delves
into
problems
posed
plastics,
introduces
as
sustainable
model,
explores
effective
strategies
for
recycling
reuse
framework.
By
examining
environmental
impact
SUP
sector
advocating
adoption
principles,
paper
underscores
critical
pathway
towards
solutions
battle
against
pollution.
In
conclusion,
transition
economy,
underpinned
collaboration
proactive
implementation
supportive
policies,
is
imperative
reducing
footprint
fostering
future.
Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety,
Год журнала:
2023,
Номер
269, С. 115807 - 115807
Опубликована: Дек. 12, 2023
Plastics
have
revolutionised
human
industries,
thanks
to
their
versatility
and
durability.
However,
extensive
use,
coupled
with
inadequate
waste
disposal,
has
resulted
in
plastic
becoming
ubiquitous
every
environmental
compartment,
posing
potential
risks
the
economy,
health
environment.
Additionally,
under
natural
conditions,
breaks
down
into
microplastics
(MPs<5
mm).
The
increasing
quantity
of
MPs
exerts
a
significant
burden
on
soil
environment,
particularly
agroecosystems,
presenting
new
stressor
for
soil-dwelling
organisms.
In
this
review,
we
delve
effects
MP
pollution
ecosystems,
specific
attention
(a)
transport
soils,
(b)
changes
(c)
interaction
physical,
chemical
biological
components
soil.
We
aim
shed
light
alterations
distribution,
activity,
physiology
growth
flora,
fauna
microorganisms
response
MPs,
offering
an
ecotoxicological
perspective
risk
assessment
plastics.
are
strongly
influenced
by
intrinsic
traits,
including
polymer
type,
shape,
size
abundance.
By
exploring
multifaceted
interactions
between
provide
critical
insights
consequences
contamination.
Despite
growing
body
research,
there
remain
substantial
knowledge
gaps
regarding
long-term
impact
Our
work
underscores
importance
continued
research
efforts
adoption
standardised
approaches
address
ensure
sustainable
future
our
planet.
Environmental Pollution,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
346, С. 123656 - 123656
Опубликована: Фев. 24, 2024
A
mesocosm
experiment
was
set-up
to
investigate
the
effects
of
low-density
polyethylene
(LDPE)
fragments
deriving
from
plastic
film
on
soil
ecology,
rhizosphere
and
plant
(Salvia
officinalis
L.)
fitness.
The
internal
transcribed
spacer
(ITS)
16S
metagenomic
analysis
adopted
evaluate
taxonomic
functional
shifts
both
under
influence
microplastics
(MPs).
Photosynthetic
parameters
enzymes
involved
in
oxidative
stress
were
assessed
unveil
physiological
state.
MP
analysed
by
scanning
electron
microscope
(SEM)
metagenomics
plastisphere.
Microbial
biomarkers
MPs
pollution
identified
rhizosphere,
reinforcing
concept
molecular
biomonitoring.
Overall,
Bacillus,
Nocardioides
Streptomyces
genera
are
bacterial
whereas
Aspergillus,
Fusarium
Trichoderma
genera,
Nectriaceae
family
fungal
polluted
soil.
data
show
that
presence
promotes
abundance
taxa
N
cycle,
but
simultaneously
reduces
endophytic
interaction
capability
enhances
pathogen
related
functions
at
level.
significant
decrease
chlorophyll
levels
increase
observed
plants
grown
MPs-polluted
SEM
observations
revealed
a
complex
colonisation,
where
bacteria
(Bacillus
MPSo
Microvirga
MPRz)
fungi
(Aspergillus
represent
main
colonisers.
results
demonstrate
causes
changes
microbial
community
leading
negative
Plants,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
14(2), С. 256 - 256
Опубликована: Янв. 17, 2025
The
pervasive
presence
of
microplastics
(MPs)
in
agroecosystems
poses
a
significant
threat
to
soil
health
and
plant
growth.
This
study
investigates
the
effects
varying
concentrations
sizes
polystyrene
(PS-MPs)
on
Solanum
lycopersicum
L.'s
height,
dry
weight,
antioxidant
enzyme
activities,
physicochemical
properties,
rhizosphere
microbial
communities.
results
showed
that
PS0510
treatment
significantly
increased
height
(93.70
cm,
+40.83%)
weight
(2.98
g,
+100%).
Additionally,
activities
improved
across
treatments
for
S.
L.
roots.
Physicochemical
analyses
revealed
enhanced
organic
matter
nutrient
levels,
including
ammonium
nitrogen,
phosphorus,
effective
potassium.
Using
16S
rRNA
sequencing
molecular
ecological
network
techniques,
we
found
PS-MPs
altered
structure
function
community
associated
with
PS1005
notably
diversity
displayed
most
complex
network,
while
PS1010
led
reduced
complexity
more
negative
interactions.
Linear
discriminant
analysis
effect
size
(LEfSe)
identified
biomarkers
at
various
taxonomic
reflecting
impact
structure.
Mantel
tests
indicated
positive
correlations
between
activity,
as
well
relationships
properties
activity.
Predictions
gene
PS-MP
modified
carbon
nitrogen
cycling
pathways,
enhancing
methanogenesis
genes
(mcrABG)
negatively
affecting
denitrification
(nirK,
nirS).
provides
evidence
agroecosystem
functioning,
highlighting
their
potential
alter
communities,
thereby
IGI Global eBooks,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
unknown, С. 237 - 260
Опубликована: Март 14, 2025
Pollution
negatively
impacts
the
environment
due
to
human
activities
such
as
urbanization
and
industrialization.
Pollutants
that
cause
pollution
can
disrupt
pH
levels,
nutrient
balance,
microbial
activity,
resulting
in
lower
crop
yields
deteriorated
soil
water
quality.
The
removal
of
these
pollutants
is
essential
ensure
sustainability
environment.
Many
physicochemical
treatment
techniques
are
utilized.
However,
methods
often
prove
insufficient.
Mycoremediation
emerges
a
promising
alternative,
harnessing
fungi's
natural
abilities
degrade
sequester
heavy
metals.
This
process
relies
on
fungal
enzymatic
activity
adsorption
mechanisms,
offering
more
eco-friendly
cost-effective
approach
environmental
cleanup.
chapter
delves
into
various
mycoremediation,
specific
enzymes
responsible
for
breaking
down
pollutants,
ways
which
fungi
accumulate
goal
this
develop
efficient,
economically
feasible,
strategies.
