Aquanotechnology, an emerging and multidisciplinary field at the nexus of nanotechnology and water science, represents a transformative paradigm in addressing pressing global challenges related to water treatment, purification, and resource management. In this intricate amalgamation of nanoscience and aqueous environments, researchers and engineers meticulously manipulate materials at the nanoscale to devise innovative solutions for water-related issues. At its core, aquananotechnology leverages the unique properties of nanomaterials to enhance the efficiency, sensitivity, and selectivity of water treatment processes. Nanoparticles, nanotubes, and nanocomposites, engineered with precision, exhibit unparalleled catalytic, adsorptive, and antimicrobial capabilities, enabling the removal of contaminants ranging from heavy metals and organic pollutants to pathogens. The advent of nanomaterial-based membranes has revolutionized desalination and filtration technologies, promising sustainable freshwater production. Moreover, aquananotechnology plays a pivotal role in sensor development, offering real-time monitoring of water quality parameters with unprecedented sensitivity. The field's potential extends to environmental remediation, as nano-enabled strategies facilitate the targeted remediation of polluted aquatic ecosystems. Beyond remediation, nanomaterials find application in water harvesting and purification from unconventional sources, exemplifying aquananotechnology's versatility. However, the nascent nature of this field demands rigorous investigation into potential environmental and health implications, emphasizing the need for responsible development. As aquananotechnology progresses, it holds the promise of revolutionizing our approach to water management, providing scalable and efficient solutions to secure clean water resources for a burgeoning global population while addressing the complex interplay of environmental, societal, and technological factors.
Title : Application of artificial intelligence and NISAR satellite to study the air sea CO2 exchange and aquatic toxicology to develop ‘Aquatic Pollution Remediation Technologies’(PART)
Virendra Kumar Goswami, Indian Institute of Technology, India
Title : Conditionally pathogenic microparasites (Microsporidia and Myxosporea) of mullet fish potential objects of mariculture in the black and azov seas
Violetta M Yurakhno, A. O. Kovalevsky Institute of Biology of the Southern Seas of Russian Academy of Sciences, Russian Federation
Title : Seasonal habitat shifts and purse seine dependence of mene maculata in the Taiwan strait: Early indicators of climate driven ecosystem change
Ipsita Biswas, National Taiwan Ocean University, Taiwan
Title : National action plan for sustainable and resilient fisheries aquaculture system in Pakistan
Nazia Sher, National Institute of Maritime Affairs, Pakistan
Title : Site suitability analysis for sea cucumber mariculture in the coastal area of Bangladesh
Muhammad Mizanur Rahman, Shahjalal University of Science and Technology, Bangladesh
Title : Trends in fish value chain improvement in Rift Valley Lakes and Lake Tana, Ethiopia
Kidanie Misganaw Bezabih, University of Gondar, Ethiopia