Biogeochemistry of Rare Earth Elements (REE) in Coastal Areas
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: 25 August 2025 | Viewed by 51
Special Issue Editors
Interests: emerging contaminants’ biogeochemistry, sources, and fate; estuarine and coastal ecosystems; marine pollution; ecotoxicology
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Interests: marine sediments; biogeochemistry of marine sediments; environmental geochemistry; trace metals; temporal variation and spatial distribution
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue will explore the biogeochemical dynamics of Rare Earth Elements (REE) within coastal environments, emphasizing their sources, transformations, and ecological impacts. As the global demand for REEs increases due to their critical role in advanced technologies, understanding their behavior in sensitive coastal zones is essential. Coastal ecosystems, acting as interfaces between terrestrial and marine environments, are particularly vulnerable to REE contamination from industrial discharge, mining, and natural weathering. The primary objective of this Special Issue is to advance scientific knowledge on the distribution, speciation, and mobility of REEs in coastal sediments, waters, and biota. We aim to highlight innovative research addressing the mechanisms governing REE transport and accumulation, as well as their interactions with organic matter, minerals, and biological systems. Additionally, articles will evaluate the potential ecological risks associated with REE contamination and propose strategies for monitoring and mitigation. By integrating interdisciplinary perspectives—from geochemistry and ecology to environmental monitoring—this Special Issue will foster a deeper understanding of REE cycles in coastal areas. Ultimately, it will inform sustainable resource management practices and policy development to protect these critical ecosystems from REE-related disturbances.
Dr. Pedro Aboim de Brito
Dr. Mário Mil-Homens
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- rare earth elements (REE)
- coastal biogeochemistry
- environmental contamination
- sediment and water dynamics
- ecological impact
- REE speciation and mobility
- pollution monitoring
- sustainable resource management
- ecosystem risk assessment
- coastal ecosystem protection
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