Marine Pollution, Bioremediation and Ecosystem Restoration

A special issue of Journal of Marine Science and Engineering (ISSN 2077-1312). This special issue belongs to the section "Marine Environmental Science".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 1 August 2025 | Viewed by 773

Special Issue Editors

1. Department of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, "Ovidius" University of Constanta, B-dul Mamaia 124, 900527 Constanta, Romania
2. Doctoral School of Biotechnical Systems Engineering, National University of Science & Technology Politehnica Bucharest, 060042 Bucharest, Romania
Interests: advanced methods and monitoring techniques of seawater and biota; marine discharge regulation; sewage disposal impact; eco-friendly antifouling technologies; bioremediation and ecosystem restoration models
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National Institute for Marine Research & Development "Grigore Antipa", 900581 Constanta, Romania
Interests: marine microbiology; microbial genetics; microbiological monitoring of coastal waters; microplastics

Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

The Special Issue calls for a collaborative exploration of the complex challenges associated with marine pollution and its impacts on aquatic ecosystems. It will feature innovative bioremediation techniques and strategies for ecosystem restoration, aiming to consolidate recent advancements in research and practice. This Special Issue is designed to be a valuable resource for researchers and academics specializing in marine science and environmental management by addressing both theoretical and practical aspects. We invite you to be part of this collective effort, contribute your expertise and experiences, and join us in advancing the field.

This Special Issue will serve as a focal point for diverse perspectives, situating within broader discussions on marine pollution and ecosystem restoration. Its goal is to advance the field by showcasing the latest innovations in bioremediation, analyzing effective ecosystem restoration case studies, and assessing the strengths and limitations of current methods. The potential impact of your contributions to this issue is significant. Your insights can shape the future of marine science and environmental management. By integrating insights from various disciplines, this Special Issue aims to bridge existing gaps in the literature and open new avenues for future research and practical application. It will build on established knowledge while addressing new challenges arising from climate change, industrial activities, and other human-induced factors that exacerbate marine pollution.

We look forward to receiving your contributions.

Dr. Lucica Barbes
Dr. Elena Stoica
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • coastal pollution and anthropogenic impact on oceans
  • marine biodiversity and water quality management
  • habitat restoration and sustainable marine practices
  • marine ecosystem health and conservation
  • environmental impact and coastal flood risk assessment

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First Report of Microplastic Ingestion and Bioaccumulation in Commercially Valuable European Anchovies (Engraulis encrasicolus, Linnaeus, 1758) from the Romanian Black Sea Coast
by Andreea-Mădălina Ciucă, Elena Stoica and Lucica Barbeș
J. Mar. Sci. Eng. 2025, 13(3), 394; https://doi.org/10.3390/jmse13030394 - 20 Feb 2025
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Microplastics (<5 mm) are an emerging threat to marine ecosystems and organisms, including fish. Recent studies have ranked the Black Sea as one of the most plastic-polluted European seas. Although there is evidence of microplastic ingestion in various fish species in the Black [...] Read more.
Microplastics (<5 mm) are an emerging threat to marine ecosystems and organisms, including fish. Recent studies have ranked the Black Sea as one of the most plastic-polluted European seas. Although there is evidence of microplastic ingestion in various fish species in the Black Sea, data for the Romanian sector are still lacking. This study presents the first assessment of microplastic abundance, color, shape, and size in the gastrointestinal tract and gills of Engraulis encrasicolus (European anchovy) collected from different locations along the Romanian coast (NW Black Sea). Ingested plastics were identified using 10% potassium hydroxide (KOH) chemical digestion and analyzed under a stereomicroscope. We observed a high frequency of plastic ingestion, with up to 88% of anchovies containing microplastics (98.5%) and mesoplastics (1.5%), with a mean of 3.03 plastic items/individual, marking the highest reported abundance in the Black Sea. The most common types found were transparent fibers, within the size range of 330 µm–1 mm. Our assessment is the first to demonstrate microplastic contamination in commercial European anchovies from the Romanian coast. Further studies are required to completely understand the extent of microplastic pollution in Black Sea anchovies and its potential impact on both human health and the ecosystem. Full article
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