Chemical Analysis of Organic Contaminants and Microplastics
A special issue of Molecules (ISSN 1420-3049). This special issue belongs to the section "Analytical Chemistry".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 October 2025 | Viewed by 103
Special Issue Editors
Interests: analytical chemistry; nanoplastics; microplastics; bioremediation
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Interests: development of analytical methodologies fit for purpose; (bio)sensors; plastics; microplastics
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue delves into the critical area of chemical analysis for organic contaminants and microplastics. It brings together cutting-edge research from leading experts, showcasing innovative methodologies, advanced techniques, and new insights to address the growing global concern over these ubiquitous pollutants.
The issue will cover a wide range of topics, including the following:
- High-resolution characterization techniques: exploring advanced microscopy (e.g., Raman, FTIR, SEM-EDX), spectroscopy/spectrometry (e.g., Py-GC-MS, NMR), and imaging techniques for detailed chemical and morphological analysis of microplastics.
- Development of sensitive and selective analytical methods: focusing on the development and optimization of methods for the extraction, separation, and quantification of microplastics from diverse environmental and food matrices (e.g., water, soil, biota) while minimizing sample loss and contamination.
- Investigation of microplastic interactions: examining the sorption and desorption of organic contaminants onto microplastics, their potential for facilitating the transport and bioaccumulation of these contaminants, and the associated ecological and human health risks.
- Life cycle assessment of microplastics: addressing the environmental impacts of microplastic production, use, and disposal, including their contribution to greenhouse gas emissions and resource depletion.
- Development of innovative mitigation strategies: exploring and evaluating technologies for microplastic removal from the environment, such as advanced filtration systems, bioremediation techniques, and innovative waste management practises.
This Special Issue provides a valuable platform for researchers, policymakers, and stakeholders to share their latest findings, discuss emerging challenges, and collaborate towards effective solutions for the microplastics pollution crisis.
Dr. João Pinto da Costa
Dr. Teresa A. P. Rocha-Santos
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- environment and food
- instrumentation
- plastic–organic contaminants interactions
- life-cycle assessment
- (eco)toxicity
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