Study of Microplastic Biofilm-facilitated Transfer and Enrichment of Aquatic Pathogens and Antibiotic Resistance in Hong Kong Waters, and Potential Mechanisms

This project aims to: 1) study the microplastic biofilms community composition in Hong Kong coastal water; 2) screen for antibiotic-resistant genes and pathogens within the microplastic biofilms to assess their ecological and health risks; and 3) investigate the mechanisms of enrichment and detachment of microplastics biofilm to inform the development of microplastic biofilm-based strategies for pollution reduction.

Funding Source: HKSAR Govt - Environmental and Conservation Fund (ECF)