About this Research Topic
Studies detecting microplastics in seafood are mainly focusing on wild-caught organisms, so information on MP pollution in mariculture species is still limited. It is even highlighted that MPs concentration in aquaculture is generally higher than in the surrounding environments. MPs can be released into aquaculture environments from plastic gear, feeds, and medicines. Moreover, geography, climate and weather conditions can influence the accumulation of microplastics and their distribution in aquaculture environments. This Research Topic arises from the need to gather original research papers, perspectives, and reviews focusing on the impact of MPs associated contaminants in aquaculture, the possible consequences, and management possibilities of this type of pollution.
The purpose of this Research Topic is to bring together scientific studies carried out on the impact of MPs and associated contaminants in marine aquaculture.
Among others, the following issues related to marine MPs are welcome:
• Sources of MP pollution
• Impacts of MPs in aquaculture organisms
• Impacts of MPs on environmental and human health
• MPs in cultured marine plants (microalgae and seaweed)
• Associated contaminants like toxic compounds associated with MPs
• Latest technologies in MP detection, effect evaluation, remediation
• Comparison between countries in MPs related aspects of aquaculture (e.g. policies and governance)
• Future aspects of MPs and their management.
Keywords: microplastics, pollution, aquaculture, mariculture, fish, molluscs
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