Recent advances and future technologies in nano-microplastics detection
Abstract The degradation of mismanaged plastic waste in the environment results in the formation of microplastics (MPs) and nanoplastics (NPs), which pose significant risks to ecosystems and human health. These particles are pervasive, detected even in remote regions, and can enter the food chain, a...
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| author | Ajinkya Nene Sorour Sadeghzade Stefano Viaroli Wenjie Yang Ucheaga Paul Uchenna Abhishek Kandwal Xinghui Liu Prakash Somani Massimiliano Galluzzi |
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| description | Abstract The degradation of mismanaged plastic waste in the environment results in the formation of microplastics (MPs) and nanoplastics (NPs), which pose significant risks to ecosystems and human health. These particles are pervasive, detected even in remote regions, and can enter the food chain, accumulating in organisms and causing harm depending on factors such as particle load, exposure dose, and the presence of co-contaminants. Detecting and analyzing NMPs present unique challenges, particularly as particle size decreases, making them increasingly difficult to identify. Moreover, the absence of standardized protocols for their detection and analysis further hinders comprehensive assessments of their environmental and biological impacts. This review provides a detailed overview of the latest advancements in technologies for sampling, separation, measurement, and quantification of NMPs. It highlights promising approaches, supported by practical examples from recent studies, while critically addressing persistent challenges in sampling, characterization, and analysis. This work examines cutting-edge developments in nanotechnology-based detection, integrated spectro-microscopic techniques, and AI-driven classification algorithms, offering solutions to bridge gaps in NMP research. By exploring state-of-the-art methodologies and presenting future perspectives, this review provides valuable insights for improving detection capabilities at the micro- and nanoscale, enabling more effective analysis across diverse environmental contexts. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-3c5f75d7e9f84c8696d77d89396222de2025-01-12T12:11:46ZengSpringerOpenEnvironmental Sciences Europe2190-47152025-01-0137112110.1186/s12302-024-01044-yRecent advances and future technologies in nano-microplastics detectionAjinkya Nene0Sorour Sadeghzade1Stefano Viaroli2Wenjie Yang3Ucheaga Paul Uchenna4Abhishek Kandwal5Xinghui Liu6Prakash Somani7Massimiliano Galluzzi8Laboratory of Inflammation and Vaccines, Shenzhen Institute of Advanced Technology, Chinese Academy of SciencesSchool of Engineering, Westlake UniversityDepartment of Earth Sciences, University of PisaLaboratory of Inflammation and Vaccines, Shenzhen Institute of Advanced Technology, Chinese Academy of SciencesLaboratory of Inflammation and Vaccines, Shenzhen Institute of Advanced Technology, Chinese Academy of SciencesSchool of Chips, XJTLU Entrepreneur College (Taicang), Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University TaicangScience and Technology On Aerospace Chemical Power Laboratory, Laboratory of Emergency Safety and Rescue Technology, Hubei Institute of Aerospace ChemotechnologyCenter for Grand Challenges and Green Technologies, Applied Science Innovations Pvt. Ltd.Laboratory of Inflammation and Vaccines, Shenzhen Institute of Advanced Technology, Chinese Academy of SciencesAbstract The degradation of mismanaged plastic waste in the environment results in the formation of microplastics (MPs) and nanoplastics (NPs), which pose significant risks to ecosystems and human health. These particles are pervasive, detected even in remote regions, and can enter the food chain, accumulating in organisms and causing harm depending on factors such as particle load, exposure dose, and the presence of co-contaminants. Detecting and analyzing NMPs present unique challenges, particularly as particle size decreases, making them increasingly difficult to identify. Moreover, the absence of standardized protocols for their detection and analysis further hinders comprehensive assessments of their environmental and biological impacts. This review provides a detailed overview of the latest advancements in technologies for sampling, separation, measurement, and quantification of NMPs. It highlights promising approaches, supported by practical examples from recent studies, while critically addressing persistent challenges in sampling, characterization, and analysis. This work examines cutting-edge developments in nanotechnology-based detection, integrated spectro-microscopic techniques, and AI-driven classification algorithms, offering solutions to bridge gaps in NMP research. By exploring state-of-the-art methodologies and presenting future perspectives, this review provides valuable insights for improving detection capabilities at the micro- and nanoscale, enabling more effective analysis across diverse environmental contexts.https://doi.org/10.1186/s12302-024-01044-yNano microplastics (NMPs)DetectionSample preparationPretreatmentMeasurementsImprovements |
| spellingShingle | Ajinkya Nene Sorour Sadeghzade Stefano Viaroli Wenjie Yang Ucheaga Paul Uchenna Abhishek Kandwal Xinghui Liu Prakash Somani Massimiliano Galluzzi Recent advances and future technologies in nano-microplastics detection Environmental Sciences Europe Nano microplastics (NMPs) Detection Sample preparation Pretreatment Measurements Improvements |
| title | Recent advances and future technologies in nano-microplastics detection |
| title_full | Recent advances and future technologies in nano-microplastics detection |
| title_fullStr | Recent advances and future technologies in nano-microplastics detection |
| title_full_unstemmed | Recent advances and future technologies in nano-microplastics detection |
| title_short | Recent advances and future technologies in nano-microplastics detection |
| title_sort | recent advances and future technologies in nano microplastics detection |
| topic | Nano microplastics (NMPs) Detection Sample preparation Pretreatment Measurements Improvements |
| url | https://doi.org/10.1186/s12302-024-01044-y |
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