Aquatic Ecotoxicology is a multidisciplinary field that investigates the impact of various pollutants on aquatic ecosystems, encompassing both freshwater and marine environments. It serves as a crucial scientific discipline at the intersection of ecology, toxicology, and environmental science, focusing on understanding the intricate relationships between contaminants and aquatic organisms. The discipline delves into the diverse range of pollutants, including but not limited to heavy metals, pesticides, industrial chemicals, and emerging contaminants, evaluating their effects on the health and functioning of aquatic ecosystems. Researchers in aquatic ecotoxicology employ a spectrum of methodologies, from laboratory experiments to field studies, to elucidate the mechanisms of toxicity, bioaccumulation, and biomagnification within aquatic food webs. The assessment of acute and chronic impacts on various aquatic organisms, from microscopic plankton to fish and amphibians, is fundamental to discerning the broader ecological consequences of contamination. Additionally, the study of sub-lethal effects, such as behavioral changes and reproductive disruptions, provides insights into the long-term implications of pollutants. Aquatic ecotoxicology also explores the synergistic and cumulative effects of multiple stressors, recognizing the complexity of real-world ecosystems. The discipline plays a pivotal role in developing environmental policies and regulations by providing scientific evidence on the risks associated with different contaminants, ultimately contributing to the preservation and sustainable management of aquatic ecosystems worldwide. As anthropogenic activities continue to alter aquatic environments, the importance of aquatic ecotoxicology in safeguarding biodiversity and ecosystem health becomes increasingly evident, emphasizing the need for ongoing research and mitigation strategies to address emerging environmental challenges.
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