There is a ubiquitous co-occurrence of microplastics (MPs) and estrogenic endocrine disrupting chemicals (EEDCs) in aquatic environments. Their combined presence may induce sub-lethal stress in aquatic organisms, like molluscs, which may adapt to the stress through adjusting the lipidome. This study explored the individual and combined effects of polyethylene microplastics (PE-MPs) and a mixture of EEDCs at environmentally rea...

Increasing micro- and nanoplastic (MNP) contamination of agroecosystems has become a significant concern due to their potential effects on crops and food safety, yet their fate and effects under environmentally realistic conditions remain poorly understood. Here, we investigate the behaviour, toxicity and uptake of MNPs under realistic exposure conditions, considering polymer types, size, concentration and surface characterist...

Global interest in microplastics is increasing, with numerous organisations collecting data on microplastics in the environment. However, disparate sampling, analysis, and reporting methods limit our ability to integrate data, hindering a global understanding of microplastic occurrence, effects and dynamics. Drawing on international directives and collaborations, we present a comprehensive guideline of harmonised and standardi...