Occurrence, Fate, and Environmental Risk Assessment of Organic Pollutants in Water
A special issue of Environments (ISSN 2076-3298).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 25 March 2025 | Viewed by 148
Special Issue Editors
Interests: endocrine disruptors; organic contaminants; LC-MS/MS analysis; surface water; wastewater; biodegradation; environmental risk assessment
Special Issues, Collections and Topics in MDPI journals
Interests: organic contaminants; ecotoxicology; environmental risk assessment; biochemical and histological assessments; bioaccumulation
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The occurrence of organic pollutants in water has become a significant concern worldwide, with numerous studies highlighting the presence of these pollutants in various water sources, including surface and groundwater, wastewater, and even drinking water. These pollutants, including pharmaceuticals, personal care products, pesticides, and industrial chemicals, can pose environmental risks to aquatic ecosystems and human health.
Despite their widespread occurrence, there remains a lack of comprehensive understanding of the fate and transport of these pollutants in water environments. This knowledge gap hinders the development of effective strategies for mitigating their environmental risks and protecting human health. To address this knowledge gap, this Special Issue aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the occurrence, fate, and environmental risk assessment of organic pollutants in water. The Issue will feature original research articles, reviews, and perspectives that examine the sources, transportation, and transformation of these pollutants in various water environments. The contributions will also discuss the implications of these pollutants on aquatic ecosystems and human health, as well as the effectiveness of existing treatment technologies and mitigation strategies.
By enriching the website with this Special Issue, readers will gain a deeper understanding of the complexities surrounding organic pollutants in water and the need for continued research and innovation in this area. The Issue will serve as a valuable resource for researchers, policymakers, and practitioners seeking to develop effective solutions for managing these pollutants and protecting the environment.
Dr. Florentina Laura Chiriac
Dr. Stefania Gheorghe
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- organic pollutants
- water pollution
- environmental risk assessment
- fate and transport
- aquatic toxicity
- remediation and mitigation
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