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Abstract
Glass-reinforced plastic, or GRP, is a composite material used in millions of recreational boats around the world. The problem is, there's no way to recycle it.
A new study in the Journal of Hazardous Materials found that shellfish are ingesting large amounts of fiberglass, predominantly coming from these GRP boats.
CAI's Gilda Geist spoke to the lead investigator on this study, ecotoxicologist Corina Ciocan, of the University of Brighton, to learn more about what the results of her study mean for shellfish populations.
A new study in the Journal of Hazardous Materials found that shellfish are ingesting large amounts of fiberglass, predominantly coming from these GRP boats.
CAI's Gilda Geist spoke to the lead investigator on this study, ecotoxicologist Corina Ciocan, of the University of Brighton, to learn more about what the results of her study mean for shellfish populations.
| Original language | English |
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| Place of Publication | online |
| Edition | 29 August 2024 |
| Media of output | Online |
| Size | 04:32 mins |
| Publication status | Published - 31 Aug 2029 |
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Bridging the gap between research and policies - End of Life boats
Ciocan, C. (Organiser)
5 Jul 2024Activity: Events › Conference
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Oysters and fibreglass don't mix
Ciocan, C. (Presenter)
25 Oct 2022Activity: External talk or presentation › Invited talk