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OverviewThe book presents the entire spectrum of the microplastics problem in our waters, from the collection of water samples to their analysis and interpretation. As part of the ""R(h)eines Wasser"" project, the author swam the Rhine and, based on this experience, addresses a sensitive issue that will occupy humanity for many years to come. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Andreas FathPublisher: Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Imprint: Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. K Edition: 2024 ed. ISBN: 9783662698433ISBN 10: 3662698439 Pages: 295 Publication Date: 17 November 2024 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Forthcoming Availability: Not yet available This item is yet to be released. You can pre-order this item and we will dispatch it to you upon its release. Table of Contents1 Introduction: Microplastics – a Growing Threat to Humans and the Environment.- 2 Microplastics.-3 Microplastics as an Opportunity.- 4 Closing Remarks.- 5 Appendix.ReviewsAuthor InformationProf. Dr. Andreas Fath (*1965) began his career at KIT (Karlsruhe Institute of Technology) in the Institute for Microstructure Technology, where he focused on the development, process management, and process control of alloy electroplating for micro-galvanic forming. He then spent many years as a chief chemist in the industry, responsible for the development of new products, processes, and surfaces. In 2011, he received the Fraunhofer UMSICHT Science Award for an electrochemical process for the degradation of PFTs (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances). Since 2011, he has been a professor of physical chemistry at Furtwangen University. As part of the ""Rheines Wasser"" project, the ""swimming professor"" swam and analyzed the Rhine, drawing media attention to water protection. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |