Marine Pollution and Ecotoxicology: Characteristics, Risks and Strategies
A special issue of Water (ISSN 2073-4441). This special issue belongs to the section "Water Quality and Contamination".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 August 2025 | Viewed by 392
Special Issue Editors
Interests: emerging chemicals of concern; microplastics; marine pollution; environmental behaviors; risk assessment
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Marine pollution is a pervasive environmental issue with far-reaching impacts on marine ecosystems and human health. The proliferation of pollutants such as plastics, heavy metals, and emerging contaminants in marine environments necessitates urgent and comprehensive research to understand their sources, distribution, and ecological effects. Studying marine pollution and ecotoxicology is crucial because these pollutants disrupt marine life, causing physiological, biochemical, and behavioral changes that can cascade through food webs, ultimately affecting biodiversity and ecosystem services. Furthermore, pollutants pose significant risks to human health through seafood consumption and recreational activities.
The aim of this Special Issue, “Marine Pollution and Ecotoxicology: Characteristics, Risks and Strategies”, is to publish high-quality papers of original research or review articles addressing, but not limited to, the following topics: (i) the sources, distribution, and transport of marine pollutants, (ii) their ecotoxicological effects on marine organisms and ecosystems, (iii) innovative strategies for pollution control and remediation, and (iv) the development of policies and community-based approaches to mitigate marine pollution. By compiling diverse and interdisciplinary research, this Special Issue seeks to provide a comprehensive perspective on marine pollution, fostering the development of effective solutions for marine conservation and sustainable coastal management.
Dr. Kai Zhang
Dr. Yaru Cao
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- pollutants
- ecotoxicology
- pollution remediation
- environmental risk assessment
- sustainable marine management
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