• Microplastics in the environment: Much ado about nothing? A debate 

      Backhaus, Thomas; Wagner, Martin (Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2019)
      This article documents a debate between the two authors on the issue of microplastics in the environment. It is sparked by a viewpoint published by G. Allen Burton, who argues that the risk of microplastics is overrated. ...
    • On the creation of risk: Framing of microplastics risks in science and media 

      Völker, Carolin; Kramm, Johanna; Wagner, Martin (Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2019)
      The public is concerned about plastic pollution, while clear‐cut scientific evidence for an environmental risk of microplastics is absent. This contrast between incomplete scientific knowledge and public risk perception ...