Abundance and distribution of small microplastics (≤ 3 μm) in sediments and seaworms from the Southern Mediterranean coasts and characterisation of their potential harmful effects.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.envpol.2020.114634
Abstract: Microplastics (MPs) are an uncontrolled contaminant affecting marine ecosystems. Studying their undesirable effects has been an attractive field for scientists in recent years. This study is the first to investigate the uptake and distribution of… read more here.
Keywords: southern mediterranean; abundance; microplastics sediments; small microplastics ... See more keywords
Spatial distribution of small pelagic fishes: Implications for fishing quota allocations
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DOI: 10.1016/j.marpol.2020.104147
Abstract: Abstract The upwelling ecosystem of central southern Chile sustains the pelagic common sardine and anchovy fisheries, which are managed by setting a global quota allocated to small-scale (artisanal) and industrial fishers. A prearranged spatial allocation… read more here.
Keywords: artisanal industrial; small pelagic; fishing quota; spatial distribution ... See more keywords
Freight Distribution in Small Islands: Integration between Naval Services and Parcel Lockers
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DOI: 10.3390/su15097535
Abstract: Freight transportation in urban areas represents an essential activity from the standpoint of economic development; in recent years, the spread of e-commerce (also accelerated by COVID-19) has contributed to increasing the demand for freight distribution… read more here.
Keywords: parcel lockers; islands integration; distribution small; freight distribution ... See more keywords