Research interests
Microplastics, anthropogenic pollution, genotoxicity , salmonid fish
Annotation of the dissertation
Microplastic has become an increasingly significant environmental issue, posing a threat to aquatic ecosystems, biodiversity, and even human health. This dissertation investigates the effects of microplastic, nanoplastic, and tire wear particles on salmonid fish, aiming to assess the toxic potential of these particles at various stages of fish development. The research utilizes cytogenetic, hematological, and antioxidant system biomarker analysis methods, and the effects are evaluated both through dietary and waterborne exposure. The experiments will include the toxicity analysis of various polymers and tire wear particles to identify the mechanisms of toxic effects. It is expected that the results of this dissertation will promote the integration of biological and chemical monitoring, provide new insights into the impact of microplastic on the structure and functionality of aquatic ecosystems, and enhance the understanding of causal relationships between environmental pollution and changes in biodiversity. The findings could serve as a foundation for developing biological impact assessment methods and sustainable water ecosystem management guidelines.