Marine Pollution: Monitoring, Management and Mitigation

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Marine Pollution: Monitoring, Management and Mitigation Editor: Amanda Reichelt-Brushett Format: Paperback / softback First Published: Published By: Springer International Publishing AG
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Pages: 369 Illustrations and other contents: 146 Illustrations, color; 55 Illustrations, black and white; XV, 369 p. 201 illus., 146 illus. in color. Language: English ISBN: 9783031101298 Categories: , , ,

This open access textbook focuses on marine pollution, its sources and effects, and further provides a management context which is vital for global food safety and security. The introductory section of the textbook introduces the concept of marine pollution and highlights the multidisciplinary approach required to tackle the problem. It provides an outline of the physical, chemical, and biological aspects of oceans and how they are used and valued by humans. A detailed conceptual diagram is provided here to explain the sources, distribution processes, and sinks of pollutants highlighted in later chapters (section two) of the textbook. Chapter 2 focuses on field and laboratory methods and approaches for monitoring contaminants in the marine environment, and Chapter 3 introduces ecotoxicological methods to assess organism and ecosystem responses. Section two of the book deals with different types of pollutants, their chemical and physical behavior, and case studies highlighting effects on biota and ecological systems. The third section provides forward looking perspectives including a chapter dealing with multiple stressors, another with a solutions orientated guide to pollution mitigation and habitat restoration, with the final chapter providing a critique of global regulatory approaches and agreements that help abate marine pollution.

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Author Biography

Amanda Reichelt-Brushett is a Professor in the Faculty of Science and Engineering at Southern Cross University, Australia. She has a Bachelor of Applied Science in coastal management from the University of New England, a Master of Science in marine chemistry from James Cook University, and a PhD in marine ecotoxicology from Southern Cross University. She teaches a range of subject areas including environmental chemistry, ecology, marine pollution, aquaculture management, waste management and is an multidisciplinary researcher bringing science to communities.  Her research has a strong focus on tropical marine environments and current and future risks to the health of deep sea ecosystems.  Her collaborations have resulted in numerous scientific journals articles, presentations at national and international conferences, and co-authorship of several book chapters. Her research is dedicated to improving the health of our oceans and can be represented within several subthemes: ecotoxicology, bioindicators, and holistic risk assessment approaches, sediment and water quality assessment and management, catchment management, sustainable land practices and habitat rehabilitation, and restoration. Amanda is an active member of the Society of Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry and was most recently President of the Asia-Pacific Geographic Unit (2020-2022).