New research confirms scientists' predictions that microplastic pollution could severely affect marine biodiversity and the health of our oceans
Environment
Dec 6, 2013
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To study the effects of ocean acidification, ten huge plastic containers called mesocosms are placed in the Gullmar Fjord in Sweden. The project is unique: mesocosms of this size have never been used for such a long period ...
Environment
Mar 14, 2013
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A tall ship owned and operated by Sea Education Association (SEA) will depart port tomorrow on a research expedition dedicated to examining the effects of plastic marine debris, including debris generated by the 2011 Japanese ...
Earth Sciences
Oct 2, 2012
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(Phys.org) -- A PhD student at The University of Western Australia is creating the first map to show the distribution of floating marine plastics in Australian waters, and models that chart the likely pathways of these plastics ...
Earth Sciences
Jun 18, 2012
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Biologists have prepared guidelines for a more precise investigation into marine pollution from microplastic particles.
Environment
Apr 17, 2012
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Sea Education Association (SEA) is preparing to conduct the first-ever research expedition dedicated solely to examining the accumulation of plastic marine debris in the North Atlantic Ocean.
Earth Sciences
Nov 12, 2009
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