Broschiertes Buch

Lead, Mercury and Cadmium in the Aquatic Environment

Worldwide Occurrence, Fate and Toxicity

Herausgeber: Hauser-Davis, Rachel Ann; Soledade Lemos, Leila; Soares Quinete, Natalia

Beschreibung

This book presents an integrated and holistic discussion on cadmium, lead and mercury toxicity in aquatic environments, expanding general concepts on chemical speciation effects and exploring specific environmental toxicological issues, exposure routes.

Autor

Rachel Ann Hauser-Davis has a BSc degree in Biological Sciences and an MSc degree and PhD degree in Sciences - Analytical Chemistry from the Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro, all in Brazil. She is currently a researcher at the Oswaldo Cruz Foundation (Fiocruz), in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Her primary research interests include Biological Oceanography, Ecotoxicology, Environmental Chemistry and Science Education. Natalia Soares Quinete has a BSc in Chemical Engineering, an MSc degree in Analytical Chemistry and a PhD degree in Environmental Analytical Chemistry. She is currently an Assistant Professor at Florida International University. Her research focuses on assessing and understanding the sources, distribution, and fate of persistent pollutants and emerging contaminants in different environmental and biological compartments and potential impacts to humans and animals. Leila Soledade Lemos has a BSc in Biological Sciences, an MBA in Environmental Planning and Management, an MSc degree in Public Health and Environment and a PhD in Wildlife Science. She is currently a Postdoctoral Associate at Florida International University. Leila's research interest focuses on how marine fauna respond to anthropogenic activities and natural shifts, and possible effects on individual distribution and health to aid in population management and conservation efforts.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Taylor & Francis Ltd (Sales)
• Seitenzahl: 244
• Erscheinungstermin: 8. Oktober 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 233mm x 157mm x 17mm
• Gewicht: 357g
• ISBN-13: 9781032030548
• ISBN-10: 1032030542
• Artikelnr.: 71710689