In recent years, the issue of microplastic pollution has emerged as a forefront concern in environmental discussions. Studies have increasingly revealed the pervasive presence of microplastics, even in the world’s most remote and pristine locations, including Antarctica. In recent years, the issue of microplastic pollution has emerged as a forefront concern in environmental discussions. Studies have increasingly revealed the pervasive presence of microplastics, even in the world’s most remote and pristine locations, including Antarctica.
A disturbing new study by researchers from the University of Basel and the Alfred-Wegener Institute (AWI) brings to light the alarming extent of microplastic contamination in the Weddell Sea, a remote part [...]