This book reviews the ecological impacts of emerging pollutants on aquatic plants and animals. It covers sources, mechanisms of action and ecotoxicology effects on these organisms. Written by experts in the field, the book offers a comprehensive ecotoxicological analysis involving various emerging contaminants and aquatic organisms, including plants, invertebrates, and vertebrates.

Particular attention is given to the translocation of pharmaceuticals and personal care products in aquatic plants, the ecotoxicity of pesticides, and the challenges posed by engineered nanomaterials. In this book, readers will find topics like microplastic pollution indicators in gastropod molluscs, the ecotoxicity of emerging contaminants in aquatic birds and fish, and the recent advances in the ecotoxicity of non-chemical toxic agents. Readers will also discover how aquatic reptiles can be used as biomonitoring models of the ecotoxicity of pesticides in aquatic and semi-aquatic mammals.

Paired with its companion volume, "Aquatic Ecotoxicology of Emerging Pollutants: Concepts, Occurrence and Challenges," this book offers a concise yet comprehensive overview of emerging contaminants in the aquatic environment. Given its breadth, this book appeals to a broad and diverse audience, and it is an authoritative and essential resource for academics, researchers, and policymakers interested in deepening their knowledge of environmental issues and aquatic ecosystems.

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Guilherme Malafaia is a Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at the Goiano Federal Institute - Urutaí Campus (Goiás, Brazil), where he also coordinates the Laboratory of Toxicology Applied to the Environment. With a strong academic background-including a Ph.D. in Agrarian Sciences and eight postdoctoral fellowships in Environmental Sciences-and more than 350 peer-reviewed publications, Dr. Malafaia is a leading expert in aquatic ecotoxicology, specializing in the environmental impact of legacy pollutants and emerging contaminants.His research focuses on the ecotoxicity of nanomaterials, micro- and nanoplastics, pesticides, pharmaceuticals, and personal care products in aquatic ecosystems. His work integrates diverse biological models, from plants to animals, to assess environmental risks and pollutant behavior. Dr. Malafaia actively mentors graduate students in Ecotoxicology, Ecology, and Environmental Sciences and contributes to the scientific community through editorial roles and memberships in ECOTOX-BRAZIL, SETAC-Latin America, and the Brazilian Academy of Young Scientists.