Pollutions of Nanocomposites in Aquatic Systems

Dear Colleagues,

Currently, the increase in pollutants in aquatic environments is closely related to the growth of the world population. Several studies have demonstrated that intense urbanization and industrial activities, including mining operations and sludge dumping as well as agricultural production, have greatly contributed to pollution increase in aquatic systems. Recently, different approaches have been applied for water remediation purposes, including the use of nanocomposites to remove pollutants from the water as advantageous alternatives to traditional water treatment methods. However, research dedicated to new and specific environmental risks related to these nanomaterials is limited. Furthermore, impacts induced by the combination of climatic change factors (namely, increase in temperature) and contaminants in aquatic systems are yet unidentified. The knowledge obtained will greatly contribute to meeting the objectives of international strategies for environmental protection by the 2030 Agenda. In particular, this topic will support governmental and regulatory agencies and policies toward the protection of aquatic systems in order to maintain goods and ecosystem services, guarantee safe marine products and human health, and meet international strategies.

Dr. Francesca Coppola
Dr. Tania Russo
Dr. Nicolas Toupoint
Dr. Richard Saint-Louis
Guest Editors

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