Reviews of Environmental Contamination and Toxicology
Scope & Guideline
Championing research that informs policy and practice.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Pollutant Characterization and Behavior:
Research that explores the nature, sources, and behavior of various environmental pollutants, including heavy metals, microplastics, and pharmaceuticals. - Remediation Technologies:
Focus on innovative and sustainable approaches to remediate contaminated environments, including advanced treatment technologies and bioremediation strategies. - Ecotoxicology Assessments:
Studies that assess the ecological and health risks posed by contaminants, including their bioaccumulation, toxicity mechanisms, and effects on biodiversity. - Nanotechnology Applications:
Investigations into the use of nanomaterials for environmental remediation and their potential risks, particularly regarding engineered nanoparticles. - Impact of Climate Change on Contaminants:
Research examining how climate change influences the behavior and effects of environmental contaminants, especially in aquatic ecosystems.
Trending and Emerging
- Microplastics Research:
An increasing number of publications focus on microplastics, their sources, ecological impacts, and human health risks, reflecting growing global concern over plastic pollution. - Sustainable Remediation Techniques:
A trend towards exploring sustainable and innovative remediation technologies, including green chemistry and bio-based solutions, to address contamination challenges. - Health Impacts of Environmental Contaminants:
Emerging studies that link environmental contaminants to health outcomes, including neurodegenerative diseases and antibiotic resistance, are gaining prominence. - Nanotechnology in Environmental Applications:
Research into the application of nanotechnology for pollutant removal and treatment is on the rise, emphasizing both its potential benefits and associated risks. - Climate Change and Contaminant Dynamics:
An increasing focus on how climate change affects the behavior, transport, and toxicity of environmental pollutants, especially in aquatic systems.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Chemical Assessments:
There is a noticeable decline in studies focused solely on conventional chemical assessments of pollutants, as the field shifts towards integrating nanotechnology and bioremediation approaches. - Historical Pollution Studies:
Research that primarily examines historical pollution sources and impacts is becoming less prevalent, with a shift towards contemporary issues and emerging contaminants. - Generalized Risk Assessments:
Broad risk assessment studies that lack specificity on particular pollutants or ecosystems seem to be decreasing, as more targeted and detailed assessments gain importance.
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