RP – MP Project
Participatory Research for the mapping and characterization of Microplastics on Brittany beaches.
As part of the "Research and Society" Call for Projects
Project managers : :
Project leaders : LGO UMR CNRS 6538 – UBS
Funding : Brittany region
Length of the project : September 2023 - Today
Presentation
The RP - MP project is part of a context where plastic pollution affects almost all marine and coastal environments. While some of its origins are known, the cycle of microplastic pollution at the land-sea interface is not well understood. Monitoring and mapping work are essential to understand the origins and sources of these microplastics. In-depth knowledge on the subject, along with public participation, will contribute to raising awareness and enriching communication about it.
Objectives
- Dynamic mapping of microplastic concentrations in the sediments of various pilot sites in Brittany
- Communication and awareness-raising among the population about the origins and sources of microplastics at the land-sea interface
- Promoting participatory research and collaboration between the scientific community and civil society
Protocole participatif :
Partners of the RP - MP project
