Microplastics and Nanoplastics in Human Health
Pathways of Exposure and Toxicological Impacts
- 1st Edition - September 1, 2026
- Latest edition
- Editors: Mohammad Hadi Dehghani, Mina Aghaei, Hosna Janjani
- Language: English
Microplastics and Nanoplastics in Human Health: Pathways of Exposure and Toxicological Impacts is a comprehensive exploration on how microscopic plastic particles affect human… Read more
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Description
Description
In addition, it examines how these particles and their chemical additives may harm key systems, including respiratory, digestive, nervous, endocrine, reproductive, and immune systems. Real-world case studies highlight exposure risks across different populations and environments. By integrating human biomonitoring data with advanced risk assessment frameworks, the book offers a scientific foundation for health professionals, researchers, and policymakers.
Key features
Key features
- Provides an in-depth analysis of how micro-and nanoplastics interact with biological systems, detailing mechanisms such as oxidative stress, endocrine disruption, and cellular toxicity
- Offers policymakers and industry leaders guidance on implementing science-backed regulations and safer material alternatives
- Enables cross-sector collaboration by equipping stakeholders with actionable insights and practical strategies to address plastic pollution's health impacts
Readership
Readership
Table of contents
Table of contents
1. The Global Plastic Crisis. Production, Use, and Disposal
Section 2. Micro- and Nanoplastics in the Environment
2. Sources and Distribution of Microplastics and Nanoplastics in the Environment
Section 3. Human Exposure to Micro- and Nanoplastics
3. Pathways of Human Exposure to Micro- and Nanoplastics
4. Human Exposure Through Ingestion
5. Human Exposure Through Inhalation
6. Fate of Ingested and Inhaled Micro- and Nanoplastics in the Human Body
Section 4. Human Biomonitoring of Micro- and Nanoplastics
7. Biomonitoring Approaches and Techniques
Section 5. Toxicological Mechanisms of Microplastics and Nanoplastics
8. Oxidative Stress and Inflammation
9. Genotoxicity and Carcinogenicity
10. Chemical Additives in Plastics. Toxicity and Health Risks
Section 6. Systemic Effects of Microplastics and Nanoplastics on Human Health
11. Respiratory System
12. Nervous System
13. Digestive System
14. Endocrine System
15. Reproductive System
16. Immune System
17. Combined Toxic Effects of Microplastics and Nanoplastics on Human Health
Section 7. Human Health Risk Assessment of Microplastics and Nanoplastics
18. Principles of Human Health Risk Assessment
19. Case Studies in Human Health Risk Assessment
20. Challenges and Future Directions in Risk Assessment
Section 8. Regulations and Policies for Microplastics Control
21. Current Regulatory Frameworks and Their Limitations
22. Strategies for Reducing Plastic Pollution and Protecting Human Health
Product details
Product details
- Edition: 1
- Latest edition
- Published: September 1, 2026
- Language: English
About the editors
About the editors
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Mohammad Hadi Dehghani
Prof. Dr. Mohammad Hadi Dehghani is a full professor at the Tehran University of Medical Sciences, School of Public Health, Department of Environmental Health Engineering, Tehran, Islamic Republic of Iran. His scientific research interests include environmental science and he is the author of various research studies published in national and international journals and conference proceedings and head of several research projects at the TUMS. He is an editorial board member, guest editor, and reviewer in many internal and international journals and a member of several international science committees worldwide. He is a supervisor and advisor for many PhD and MSc theses at the TUMS. He is currently also a member of the Iranian Association of Environmental Health and member of the Institute for Environmental Research at the TUMS.
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Mina Aghaei
Dr. Mina Aghaei is a faculty member at the School of Public Health, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, and a dedicated researcher in the field of Environmental Health and Human Ecology. Her expertise lies in emerging pollutants, with a focus on their health risks, environmental impacts, and sustainable solutions. She is the author of various research studies published in national and international journals and has led several research projects at TUMS. Dr. Aghaei focuses on understanding the health risks associated with these pollutants, addressing their growing prevalence and potential impacts on human health. She is deeply involved in systematic reviews and meta-analyses to provide a comprehensive overview of the effects of emerging pollutants on human health. As an active contributor to the academic community, Dr. Aghaei serves as Co-Editor and Section Editor for the Journal of Environmental Health Science & Engineering (Springer).
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Hosna Janjani
Dr. Hosna Janjani is an assistant professor at the Research Center for Environmental Determinants of Health at Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences. Her research expertise lies in the field of environmental health, with a focus on assessing the health effects of exposure to pollutants, exposure assessment and modelling, and risk assessment. She has conducted studies on exposure to various pollutants and their health effects, including the assessment of the risk of non-carcinogenic and carcinogenic effects associated with environmental pollutant exposure. Her research also involves estimating the disease burden attributable to environmental risk factors. Dr. Janjani is an author with 40+ peer-reviewed articles, 3 books, and numerous conference papers to her credit. She serves as Section Editor of the Journal of Environmental Health Science & Engineering (Springer) and is an editorial board member of the Iranian Journal of Epidemiology (Scopus). She serves also on the review boards of several prominent journals.