JOURNAL OF WATER AND HEALTH
Scope & Guideline
Advancing global health through innovative water research.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Water Quality Assessment:
Research related to the evaluation of water quality across various sources, including groundwater, surface water, and treated water, focusing on physicochemical and microbiological parameters. - Microbial Pathogens and Waterborne Diseases:
Investigation of microbial pathogens in water bodies and their implications for public health, including studies on waterborne diseases and methods for pathogen detection. - Antimicrobial Resistance in Water Systems:
Exploration of the presence and impact of antibiotic-resistant bacteria in water systems, including wastewater treatment facilities and natural water bodies. - Public Health Implications of Water Quality:
Research that connects water quality issues with public health outcomes, including studies on the health risks associated with contaminated water sources. - Innovative Water Treatment Technologies:
Development and evaluation of new technologies and methodologies for improving water treatment and ensuring safe drinking water. - Environmental Surveillance and Epidemiology:
Utilization of environmental data, including wastewater surveillance, to track public health trends and outbreaks, particularly in relation to infectious diseases. - Climate Change and Water Security:
Studies examining the impacts of climate change on water quality and availability, and how these changes affect public health and water management practices. - Water Governance and Policy:
Research that addresses the socio-political aspects of water management, including governance structures, policy frameworks, and community engagement.
Trending and Emerging
- Wastewater-Based Epidemiology:
There is a growing emphasis on using wastewater surveillance to monitor public health, particularly in relation to viral outbreaks such as COVID-19, indicating its potential as a public health tool. - Impact of Climate Change on Water Security:
Research is increasingly focusing on the effects of climate change on water quality and availability, underscoring the need for adaptive management strategies. - Health Risk Assessment of Water Contaminants:
A trend towards detailed health risk assessments of various water contaminants, including heavy metals and pathogens, is emerging, reflecting a more nuanced understanding of public health risks. - Microbial Resistance and Pathogen Evolution:
Studies exploring the evolution of microbial resistance in aquatic environments are on the rise, highlighting concerns about the implications for public health and treatment efficacy. - Community Engagement in Water Management:
Emerging research emphasizes the importance of community involvement and local knowledge in water management practices, suggesting a shift towards more participatory governance. - Integrated Water Resource Management (IWRM):
There is an increasing focus on IWRM approaches that consider the interconnections between water, health, and environmental sustainability. - Technological Innovations in Water Treatment:
Research into new and innovative water treatment technologies, such as nanotechnology and advanced filtration methods, is gaining traction as solutions to improve water quality. - Behavioral Studies on Water Use Practices:
Emerging themes include the examination of social and behavioral factors influencing water use and sanitation practices, particularly in low-resource settings.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Water Treatment Methods:
There seems to be a decreasing emphasis on conventional water treatment methods, as newer technologies and approaches gain traction in the field. - Basic Water Quality Monitoring:
Research focusing solely on basic water quality parameters without integrating more complex analyses or health implications appears to be waning. - Historical Epidemiological Studies:
The trend shows a decline in studies that focus on historical data analysis of waterborne diseases, as the field shifts towards real-time monitoring and predictive analytics. - Non-Microbial Water Contaminants:
There is a noticeable reduction in the focus on non-microbial contaminants (e.g., chemical pollutants) in water studies, possibly overshadowed by the pressing issues of microbial safety. - General Awareness Campaigns:
Research centered around generic public awareness campaigns regarding water safety without specific evidence-based interventions is becoming less common.
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