Effects and Dynamics of Toxic Substances in Aquatic Ecosystems

Dear Colleagues,

With the increased urbanization and the indiscriminate discharge of industrial effluents and toxic materials, as well as the release of raw sewage waste and improperly-treated wastewater into water courses that have led to a serious degradation in water quality, a deep discussion on the effects of toxic substances on the aquatic  ecosystem is required. The aim of the Special Issue will be to collect original research articles and reviews that advance the resaerch on the development and apply of monitoring technologies to assess water quality status, trends, and drivers, and to identify sources and the spatial and temporal variability associated with these sources. Research works aimed to regular monitoring of the biological, physical, and chemical components of the aquatic ecosystems for detecting its situation and potential ability to return to its normal state are necessary. Potential studies on chemical substances (i.e., persistent organic pollutants, emerging contaminants, heavy metals, and microplastics) that can affect not only water quality, but can also have a negative impact of aquatic life and can affect the physiological activities of target organisms are also welcome. The Special Issue encourages advancements in the topic mentioned above and studies not only describing the processes and pathways of the pollutants from one trophic level to another but also chemical exposure assessments and adverse effects of pollutants on aquatic organisms.

Dr. Alessandra Cincinelli
Guest Editor

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