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CONFERENCE & EXHIBITION 2024

Plastic Links in the Chain: Microplastic Pollution in Taihu Lake and the Potential for Bioaccumulation to Link Freshwater Organisms to Human Beings, A Case Study

Name

Leonardo Angel Medellin

Major

Molecular Bioscience / Biogeochemistry

Class

2024

About

Leo Medellin is a molecular bioscience major, biogeochemistry track. His research interests include water sustainability and microplastic pollution.

Signature Work Project Overview

A case study over the past 8 years of sampling that has been done of microplastic abundances in Taihu Lake, China. A literature review of related papers and supporting information also considered the possibility of forming a link between Taihu Lake and human health, as well as whether the Asian clam can be considered a viable bioindicator for pollution within the lake.

Signature Work Presentation Video