Publications by authors named "Jose A Saez-Tovar"
Article Synopsis
- Global plastic consumption is increasing, leading to the creation of microplastics (MPs) that harm ecosystems and agricultural soil quality, which can then enter the food chain and impact human health.
- Current European laws only address larger plastic particles and do not account for microplastics, highlighting the need for better regulations to ensure soil and food safety.
- A new analytical methodology using thermogravimetry and mass spectrometry effectively quantifies common microplastics (polyethylene and polystyrene) in organic amendments, with validated results showing varying MP content, supporting the development of future legislation.
