OMNI
Microplastics
Let's learn about microplastics!
Citizen science microplastic research
What is OMNI Microplastics?
Microplastics, which are plastic waste that have broken down into tiny particles and are drifting in the ocean, have become a global issue.
However, there is still much that can be done, such as reducing their numbers through collective effort and contributing to research and studies.
The OMNI Microplastics Project is a research project conducted by the DLX Design Lab at the Institute of Industrial Science, the University of Tokyo, that aims to engage citizens in thinking about the microplastics problem and advancing scientific research through the power of design.
Learn through animation:
What is the microplastics problem?
Designing and developing microplastics research workshops that anyone can participate in.
Workshops
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Collect Sand
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Find Microplastics
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Take Photo and Count
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Your feedback contributes to research
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Microplastics Sampling Methods
Microplastics Counting Process
Past Sampling Reports
Workshop Reports
Device Development
We are developing devices for non-professionals to use to collect microplastics.
Prototype Device Design Examples
BBQ station
Pump seawater up to collect microplastics
Stingray
Securing to the ground and sampling microplastics
Bucket
Immerse the device in the ocean to collect microplastic samples
Net box
Collect microplastics from the water's surface using wave power
Ocean testing of OMNI microplastic Sampler video
Research Reports
Dissemination
We design educational tools for people to learn about the microplastics problem and produce videos to communicate the latest scientific research on microplastics.
Introduction to Microplastics Research
How to Analyze Microplastics in the Lab
