ON THIS PAGE
CONFERENCE
Following the success of the previous editions of the “International Conference on Microplastic Pollution in the Mediterranean Sea” – µMED – the Local Scientific Committee and International Advisory Board are pleased to announce the IV edition of the mMED Conference, which will take place in Ischia (NA), Italy, from 19th to 22nd October at the Hotel Continental.
The µMED is a leading event on microplastic pollution, building on the previous successful editions. The conference brings together experts from diverse disciplines, including the scientific and industrial sectors, policy makers and environmental organizations, to explore all aspects of micro- and nanoplastic pollution. The conference offers a valuable opportunity to share the latest developments, highlight recent advancements, and identify innovative materials, technologies and strategies to detect and mitigate this pressing environmental challenge.
To deepen our understanding of micro- and nanoplastic pollution, the main topics of the IV µMED conference have been expanded to encompass a broad range of multidisciplinary fields, various environmental compartments, and issues related to human health.
The IV µMED will be held in presence, giving participants the opportunity to present their work and engage in face-to-face discussions.
CONFERENCE TOPICS
1. Analysis of micro- and nanoplastics, encompassing monitoring approaches, sources, environmental distribution (freshwater, marine, air, sediment, compost and soil), fate, ecological effects, and their role in the adsorption and transport of pollutants.
2. Development and implementation of innovative and sustainable solutions to address plastic pollution, including mitigation approaches, remediation technologies, marine plastic recovery and recycling, waste valorisation into chemicals or fuels, green polymer synthesis, enhanced degradation/biodegradation of plastics and micro/nanoplastics, and safe and sustainable by design strategies.
3. Impacts of micro- and nanoplastics on organisms and ecosystems, including their accumulation and transfer to the food chain.
4. Effects of micro- and nanoplastics on human health, including their interactions with biomolecules, cellular uptake, biodisposition, exposure and risk analysis.
5. Environmental and health policies, public awareness and perceptions, socio-economic and environmental impact.
LOCAL SCIENTIFIC COMMITEE
IPCB-CNR
Maurizio Avella
Roberto Avolio
Edoardo Bemporad
Daniela Capuano
Rachele Castaldo
Mariacristina Cocca
Emilia Di Pace
Maria Emanuela Errico
Gennaro Gentile
Federico Olivieri
DICMAPI-UNINA
Veronica Ambrogi
INTERNATIONAL ADVISORY BOARD
Hamid Amsil, National Centre for Nuclear Energy, Science and Technology (CNESTEN) – MA
Luigi Capozzi, Lancaster University – UK
Giampaolo Colavita, University of Molise – IT
Andrea Giuseppe De Lucia, IAS CNR – IT
Laura Eleonora Depero, University of Brescia – IT
Roberto Fattorusso, Università degli Studi della Campania Luigi Vanvitelli – IT
Stefania Federici, University of Brescia – IT
Margherita Ferrante, University of Catania – IT
Anita Grozdanov, Saints Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje -MK
Jes Vollertsen, Aalborg University – DK
Uros Novak, National Institute of Chemistry – SL
Pasquale Iovino, Università degli Studi della Campania Luigi Vanvitelli – IT
Nicolas Keller, Institute of Chemistry and Processes for Energy, Environment and Health CNRs/UdS – FR
Antonia Praetorious, University of Amsterdam – NL
Joana C. Prata, University Institute of Health Sciences – PT
Edoardo Puglisi, Università Cattolica Del Sacro Cuore – IT
Jean Marie Raquez, University of Mons – BE
Serena Santonicola, University of Molise – IT
François Galgani, French National Institute for Ocean Science and Technology – FR
Milica Velimirovic, Flemish Institute for Technological Research – BE
Nanna Hartmann, Technical University of Denmark – DK
important dates
Entended to 15 th July 2025
Abstract submission deadline
Extended to 31st July 2025
Notification of contribution acceptance
Extended to 1st September, 2025
Early-bird registration deadline
15th September, 2025
Draft program available
Extended abstract submission deadline
19th October, 2025
Opening of the Conference
Early-bird registration is recommended.
INVITED SPEAKERS
Nome Cognome
Dr …….
COMING SOON
Nome Cognome
Dr …….
COMING SOON