From Washing Machines to the Himalayan Mountains
Imogen’s research focus has been on the sources of plastic pollution and the impact on the environment. Her research has helped to better understand how to limit the impact of plastic pollution on the planet.
Media Response to Imogen’s Research
Published Work
Release of synthetic microplastic plastic fibres from domestic washing machines: Effects of fabric type and washing conditions
IE Napper, RC Thompson
Marine Pollution Bulletin 112 (1-2), 39-45
The Sources And Fate Of Plastic Entering The Marine Environment
IE Napper
University of Plymouth
Characterisation, quantity and sorptive properties of microplastics extracted from cosmetics
IE Napper, A Bakir, SJ Rowland, RC Thompson
Marine Pollution Bulletin 99 (1-2), 178-185
Micro-and Macroplastics in Aquatic Ecosystems
IE Napper, RC Thompson
Encyclopedia of Ecology
Environmental deterioration of biodegradable, oxo-biodegradable, compostable, and conventional plastic carrier bags in the sea, soil, and open-air over a 3-year period
IE Napper, RC Thompson
Environmental science & technology 53 (9), 4775-4783
Microplastics in the Environment
RC Thompson, IE Napper
Plastics and the Environment 47, 60
Plastic Debris in the Marine Environment: History and Future Challenges
IE Napper, RC Thompson
Global Challenges
Marine Plastic Pollution: Other Than Microplastic
IE Napper, RC Thompson
Waste 2, pp.425-442
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