Usually plastics ingestion is associated to physical harm as suffocation or starvation. For further information on the topic, please refer to: https://t.co/IjEjRa032M #monplas #ITN #microplastics #environment #plasticpollution https://t.co/7lNjFdsp4a
'Plasticosis': Characterising macro- and microplastic-associated fibrosis in seabird tissues.
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Evaluations reflect high consensus on the importance of the research, with comments like 'evidence for a new plastic-induced fibrotic disease' and mentions of its potential impact on seabird populations, using strong language such as 'damage' and 'new disease.' The tone is both factual and urgent, emphasizing the significance of understanding plastic's effects on wildlife and the environment.
Most discussions acknowledge the significance of the research, emphasizing the damaging effects of plastics on seabird health and supporting the importance of this discovery.
The discussions convey high interest, with mentions of 'plastic-induced fibrotic disease' and references to the broader environmental implications, indicating engagement with the subject matter.
Participants often reference the specific research findings, such as the identification of 'Plasticosis' and its effects, and share related examples, demonstrating deep engagement with the study's details and implications.
Several comments highlight the urgent need for awareness and action regarding plastic pollution, suggesting that the research could influence conservation efforts and policy discussions about marine health.
Abstract in brief
- The study examines the impact of plastic ingestion on Fleshfooted Shearwaters, revealing that plastics are linked to widespread tissue scarring and damage in their stomachs, a condition termed Plasticosis.
- Unlike naturally indigestible materials like pumice, plastics cause significant fibrosis, suggesting they have unique harmful properties that can harm seabird health.
- This research highlights the need to study plastic pollution's effects in wild animals, showing that plastic-induced fibrosis is a hidden, sublethal health threat that can affect seabird populations and potentially other species.
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‘Plasticosis,’ a new (depressing) syndrome for the Anthropocene, defined in sea #birds. Read more about this novel, plastic-induced fibrotic disease: https://t.co/oo5pdCt5Aj https://t.co/j8Nl8MifEk
It’s #BigPlasticCountweek so a great time to showcase research by Dr Alex Bond (@TheLabAndField). Evidence for a new plastic-induced fibrotic disease, ‘Plasticosis’. Alex’s work highlights the damage plastic consumption can do to birds’ digestive system. https://t.co/F6VXpKq6aQ https://t.co/7lkhI8fvV4
Plasticosis is a new disease described in Australian Flesh-footed Shearwaters (Ardenna carneipes) from Lord Howe island. Learn more: https://t.co/dF39AOcUJV #featheredfactfriday #birdhealth #seabirds #microplastics https://t.co/93oJlJHO9p
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Understanding Plasticosis: The Hidden Threat to Marine Birds
Plastic residues are a significant environmental problem. This video explores how plastics cause tissue scarring and fibrosis in seabirds, called Plasticosis, highlighting the harmful impacts of plastic pollution on…
Understanding Plasticosis: The Hidden Impact of Microplastics on Seabirds
Plasticosis, a form of fibrosis caused by plastic ingestion, leads to tissue scarring and damage in seabirds. This study highlights the disturbing effects of microplastics and macroplastics on wildlife health.
Addressing Plastic Pollution: Current Status and Future Solutions
This video reviews plastic pollution, its origins, current state, and future perspectives, highlighting the importance of exploring solutions to mitigate environmental impact.
RT @NHM_Science: It’s #BigPlasticCountweek so a great time to showcase research by Dr Alex Bond (@TheLabAndField). Evidence for a new plast…
RT @NHM_Science: It’s #BigPlasticCountweek so a great time to showcase research by Dr Alex Bond (@TheLabAndField). Evidence for a new plast…
It’s #BigPlasticCountweek so a great time to showcase research by Dr Alex Bond (@TheLabAndField). Evidence for a new plastic-induced fibrotic disease, ‘Plasticosis’. Alex’s work highlights the damage plastic consumption can do to birds’ digestive system. https://t.co/F6VXpKq6aQ https://t.co/7lkhI8fvV4
@TheLabAndField @Nightline Find out more about this research https://t.co/N1AvIKXNjj and read the original paper https://t.co/Fp4Dwj0Wda #ScienceResearch #Birds
RT @H2020Monplas: Usually plastics ingestion is associated to physical harm as suffocation or starvation. For further information on the…
RT @H2020Monplas: Usually plastics ingestion is associated to physical harm as suffocation or starvation. For further information on the…
RT @H2020Monplas: Usually plastics ingestion is associated to physical harm as suffocation or starvation. For further information on the…
Usually plastics ingestion is associated to physical harm as suffocation or starvation. For further information on the topic, please refer to: https://t.co/IjEjRa032M #monplas #ITN #microplastics #environment #plasticpollution https://t.co/7lNjFdsp4a
RT @aavonline: Plasticosis is a new disease described in Australian Flesh-footed Shearwaters (Ardenna carneipes) from Lord Howe island. Lea…
Plasticosis is a new disease described in Australian Flesh-footed Shearwaters (Ardenna carneipes) from Lord Howe island. Learn more: https://t.co/dF39AOcUJV #featheredfactfriday #birdhealth #seabirds #microplastics https://t.co/93oJlJHO9p
"Plasticosi". Una nova malaltia causada pel plàstic que afecta les aus marines. El plàstic és a tot arreu i s'ha tornat tan comú que està afectant la salut d'animals i persones. @NHM_London @sciencedirect https://t.co/Wqj0gK7ZsX https://t.co/ZH61szK9Ig https://t.co/BCDexSQQxr
RT @WildlifeCornell: ‘Plasticosis,’ a new (depressing) syndrome for the Anthropocene, defined in sea #birds. Read more about this novel, pl…
RT @WildlifeCornell: ‘Plasticosis,’ a new (depressing) syndrome for the Anthropocene, defined in sea #birds. Read more about this novel, pl…
RT @WildlifeCornell: ‘Plasticosis,’ a new (depressing) syndrome for the Anthropocene, defined in sea #birds. Read more about this novel, pl…
‘Plasticosis,’ a new (depressing) syndrome for the Anthropocene, defined in sea #birds. Read more about this novel, plastic-induced fibrotic disease: https://t.co/oo5pdCt5Aj https://t.co/j8Nl8MifEk
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RT @Helios_EM: Enlace al artículo académico: https://t.co/tG7jWHMFJC
Enlace al artículo académico: https://t.co/tG7jWHMFJC