News tagged with: marine-litter
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Scientists continue work to establish the fate and impact of tyre wear particles in the environment
University of Plymouth news: The University has been studying the presence of tyre particles in the marine environment longer than any other organisation in the UK
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Rivers contain hidden sinks and sources of microplastics
University of Plymouth news: A study led by the University has found that significant quantities of microplastic particles are being trapped in riverbed sediments or carried through the air along major river systems
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Academic participates in international programme for early career scientists
University of Plymouth news: Dr Lee Durndell was chosen by the Royal Society of Chemistry to participate in its 2023 IUPAC Young Observer Programme
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Project focuses on decarbonisation of the fashion and textile industry
University of Plymouth news: The new £1.6million Future Fibres Network+ will build on the University’s extensive research into the sustainability of the fashion industry
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Microplastics and maritime cyber expertise showcased in Parliament
University of Plymouth news: Academics from the International Marine Litter Research Unit and Maritime Cyber Threats Research Group took part in Parliament’s Evidence Week
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University scientist works on report highlighting plastic’s threat to human and planetary health
University of Plymouth news: Professor Richard Thompson OBE FRS is among scientists on the Minderoo-Monaco Commission on Plastics and Human Health
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Scientists call for global push to eliminate space debris
University of Plymouth news: A collaboration led by the University has urged leaders to learn lessons from the management of the High Seas and act to protect Earth’s orbit.
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Bottle with a message
University of Plymouth news: An international team of researchers used a writing activity to explore schoolchildren’s perceptions of marine litter and how they are responding to the increasing global problem.
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Study demonstrates how microplastic particles differ across the Atlantic Ocean
A study by the University and sailing charity eXXpedition has shown the waters of the North Atlantic gyre contain significantly greater quantities of microplastics than other areas of the open ocean
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Volvo Environment Prize 2022 awarded for world-leading microplastics research
Volvo Environment Prize 2022 awarded for world-leading microplastics research. Professor Richard Thompson OBE is one of three recipients of the prestigious annual accolade
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Research explores the potential for mechanical devices to clear the ocean of plastics
New research led by the University of Plymouth suggests that while mechanical devices do remove plastics and other items of marine litter, the quantities removed can be comparatively low and they can also trap marine organisms.
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Leading UK marine scientists welcome the move towards a global plastics pact
Ahead of a major United Nations meeting, researchers from the University of Plymouth and across the South West of England outline their support for a coordinated, comprehensive and robust intergovernmental approach