The aim of this study is to assess potential toxic effect by scrutinizing marine plastic with a combination of bioanalytical effect analysis and chemical analysis. Total amount of toxicants on plastics and the bioavailable fraction that can induce different receptor-mediated activities will be measured and identified by mass spectrometric analysis. The results obtained within this study will be used to perform risk assessments for marine wildlife exposed to plastic litter and to communicate with stakeholders regarding the Marine Strategy Framework Directive (MSFD).
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Christine Schönlau, Institutionen för naturvetenskap och teknik, Örebro universitet
