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.