Development of a rapid detection protocol for microplastics using reflectance-FTIR spectroscopic imaging and multivariate classification
Meg Willans, Elkia Szczecinski, Claire Roocke, Sophie Williams, Sunita Timalsina, Jitraporn Vongsvivut, Jennifer Mcilwain, Gita Naderi, Kathryn L. Linge, Mark J. Hackett
Abstract
Reflectance-FTIR spectroscopy provides opportunities for faster, more automated, and cheaper detection of microplastics in the environment.
Topics & Concepts
MicroplasticsFourier transform infrared spectroscopyMultivariate statisticsProtocol (science)Multivariate analysisRemote sensingEnvironmental scienceMaterials scienceChemistryEnvironmental chemistryOpticsComputer scienceMedicineGeologyMachine learningPhysicsPathologyAlternative medicineMicroplastics and Plastic PollutionRecycling and Waste Management TechniquesBiosensors and Analytical Detection