Identification of Microplastics with Portable Raman Microscopy

Utilizing spectroscopic techniques to analyze the chemical composition of candidate microplastics from environmental samples

With the growth of microplastics research in recent years, it has become crucial to expand the capabilities of research laboratories to routinely analyze the chemical composition of candidate microplastics from environmental samples. Spectroscopic techniques are critical as they can confirm manual microplastic designation through polymer identification. In this application note, we’ll explore the use of portable Raman microscopy for the identification of microplastics recovered from surface estuary waters.

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Newark, DE 19716, USA

Jonathan H. Cohen*, University of Delaware School of Marine Science and Policy Taylor Hoffman*, University of Delaware School of Marine Science and Policy Kristen Frano, B&W Tek

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