Ecotoxicology

The sources, distribution, toxicity and management of environmental contaminants, from molecular interactions to ecological effects.

Peter G. C. Campbell (Author), Peter V. Hodson (Author), Pamela M. Welbourn (Author), David A. Wright (Author)

9781108819732, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 19 May 2022

594 pages
28 x 21.5 x 2.9 cm, 1.6 kg

Ecotoxicology offers a comprehensive overview of the science underpinning the recognition and management of environmental contamination. It describes the toxicology of environmental contaminants, the methods used for assessing their toxicity and ecological impacts, and approaches employed to mitigate pollution and ecological health risks globally. Chapters cover the latest advances in research, including genomics, natural toxins, endocrine disruption and the toxicology of radioactive substances. The second half of the book focuses on applications, such as cradle-to-grave effects of selected industries, legal and economic approaches to environmental regulation, ecological risk assessment, and contaminated site remediation. With short capsules written by invited experts, numerous case studies from around the world and further reading lists, this textbook is designed for advanced undergraduate and graduate one-semester courses. It is also a valuable reference for graduate students and professionals. Online resources for instructors and students are also available.

Preamble
Preface
Part I. Approaches and Methods: 1. The history and emergence of ecotoxicology as a science Pamela Welbourn and Peter V. Hodson
2. Measuring toxicity Peter V. Hodson and David A. Wright
3. Contaminant uptake and bioaccumulation: mechanisms, kinetics and modelling Peter G. C. Campbell, Peter V. Hodson, Pamela M. Welbourn, David A. Wright
4. Methods in ecotoxicology Peter. V. Hodson and David W. Wright
5 Ecotoxicogenomics Valérie S. Langlois and Christopher J. Martyniuk
Part II. Toxicology of Individual Substances: 6. Metals and metalloids Peter G. C. Campbell, Pamela M. Welbourn and Christopher D. Metcalfe
7. Organic compounds Christopher D. Metcalfe, David A. Wright, Peter V. Hodson
8. Endocrine disrupting chemicals Christopher D. Metcalfe, Christopher J. Martyniuk, Valérie S. Langlois, and David A. Wright
9. Natural toxins David A. Wright and Pamela M. Welbourn
10. Ionising radiation Louise Winn
Part III. Complex Issues: 11. Complex issues, multiple stressors and lessons learned Pamela M. Welbourn, Peter G. C. Campbell, Peter V. Hodson and Christopher D. Metcalfe) 12. Regulatory toxicology and ecological risk assessment Peter V. Hodson, Pamela Welbourn and Peter G. C. Campbell
13. Recovery of contaminated sites Pamela M. Welbourn and Peter V. Hodson
14. Emerging concerns and future visions David A. Wright and Peter G. C. Campbell
Index.

Subject Areas: Environmental science, engineering & technology [TQ], Pollution & threats to the environment [RNP], Geochemistry [RBGK], Microbiology [non-medical PSG], Toxicology [non-medical PSBT], Ecological science, the Biosphere [PSAF], Organic chemistry [PNN]