Topic: Wastewater Epidemiology: Emerging Contaminants, Human Health, and Ecosystems

The increasing prevalence of emerging contaminants in wastewater is a growing concern due to their potential impacts on human health and ecosystems. Wastewater epidemiology is an innovative approach that analyzes wastewater to monitor and assess public health, providing critical insights into the presence and effects of these contaminants. This Special Issue explores the multifaceted aspects of wastewater epidemiology, focusing on the detection, characterization, and implications of emerging contaminants. It aims to present state-of-the-art research on the sources, fate, and transport of these contaminants, their toxicological effects on humans and ecosystems, and the advanced analytical methods employed for their detection and quantification. Additionally, it examines the role of wastewater treatment technologies and the effectiveness of various management strategies in mitigating the risks associated with these contaminants. By bringing together the latest findings from researchers around the world, this Special Issue seeks to enhance our understanding of the complex interactions between emerging contaminants, human health, and environmental sustainability.

Emerging contaminants, wastewater epidemiology, public health, toxicological effects, analytical methods, wastewater treatment, environmental sustainability

28 Feb 2025