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Books in Aquatic ecology

  • The Manila Clam Ruditapes Philippinarum

    Science and Significance of a Globalised Species
    • 1st Edition
    • John Humphreys
    • English
    The Manila Clam Ruditapes Philippinarum: Science and Significance of a Globalised Species is an indispensable volume in the Estuarine and Coastal Science" book series offering the only comprehensive account of the Manila clam, covering its journey from its native range in China, Japan, and Korea to its exploitation and establishment in the USA, Canada, Europe, and the Mediterranean. By examining the science and global spread of this successful species, the book addresses broader issues of biological globalization and the exploitation of nature, posing significant questions and challenges for conservation policy and sustainable development in the Anthropocene era. Authored by Prof. John Humphreys, ECSA's President-Elect, this book draws on a multidisciplinary range of literature to cover essential information in the areas of aquaculture and marine biology.

  • Wetlands in a Climate-Changing World

    • 1st Edition
    • Yuanchun Zou + 2 more
    • English
    Wetlands are vital ecosystems worldwide, possessing unique and irreplaceable natural resources and ecological functions. Unlike other terrestrial ecosystems, wetlands are more directly connected to and influenced by climate change. They help mitigate global warming by serving as CO2 sinks and organic carbon reservoirs, but they also contribute to warming by emitting CH4. Wetlands in a Climate-Changing World aims to clarify the understanding of natural wetland structures, processes, and functions in the context of a changing climate, drawing on real-life case studies to help the reader comprehend current knowledge related to wetland research under the background of climate change.

  • From the Catchment to Coast in Japan

    The Past, the Present, and the Future of Japanese Water Resources and Human Activities
    • 1st Edition
    • Takashi Asaeda + 3 more
    • English
    From the Catchment to Coast in Japan: The Past, the Present, and the Future of Japanese Water Resources and Human Activities addresses seven broad questions relating to water resource management in Japan: What water reforms have occurred in Japan over the past 100 years? What is the current condition of Japan related to regional and rural communities, major water-related assets, and salinity and water quality? How have the water reforms to date influenced policy and management? How do traditional and modern water resources differ from Western countries? What challenges face Japan over the next and beyond 30 years, particularly due to climate change?, and more.Other questions answered include: What are possible policy and management responses to climate change and other future challenges? What can be done to improve decision-making processes given the general lack of trust in the governments, agencies, and their current processes? What is the way ahead for policy and management reforms in Japan?, and much more.

  • Algae Classification and Species

    • 1st Edition
    • Pau Loke Show + 3 more
    • English
    Algae Classification and Species delivers a detailed overview of freshwater and marine algal diversity. It provides an essential introduction to the study of phycology with broad applications in diverse biological and biotechnological fields. Written and edited by a global team of experts in the field of phycology, this book is organized according to major algal taxa, including green, red, and brown macroalgae, benthic and planktonic algae, blue-green algae, diatoms, cyanobacteria, and microalgae. Chapters are structured to provide readers with a sweeping understanding of the breadth of marine algae, including their principal characteristics, evolution, phylogeny, distribution, preservation, and more.This book is designed to provide a complete, legible review of algal diversity. It is a valuable resource for researchers, biotechnologists, and students interested in developing their understanding of basic algal biology.

  • Marine Organic Pollutants in Polar Regions

    An Ecological Perspective
    • 1st Edition
    • Simonetta Corsolini
    • English
    Contamination of Marine Ecosystems in Polar Regions: Basics and Applications provides an illustrative account of ecology and ecotoxicology of the Arctic and Antarctic Regions, both suffering from multiple stresses with environmental consequences for the marine ecosystems. This book is based on the author’s lectures and research over the past more than 30 years and guides the reader through the emerging problems of the contamination in broad, topical ecological perspectives. The topics discussed include the fate of persistent organic pollutants in marine trophic webs, the human impacts and related consequences, the effects of global changes on the contaminant distribution, and case studies are presented.

  • Biological Oceanography

    An Introduction
    • 3rd Edition
    • Susanne Menden-Deuer
    • English
    This completely updated third edition of Biological Oceanography: An Introduction offers students a firm grounding in the fundamentals of biological oceanography, continuing the work of the first and second edition author team, Carol Lalli and Timothy Parsons. Additionally, it provides an enhanced learning experience with numerous illustrations, thorough chapter summaries, and questions with answers and comments at the back of the book. The updated material now focuses on communicating the importance of the ocean for Earth’s habitability and as such, new chapters that present humanity’s dependence on the ocean are included.This comprehensive textbook is an invaluable resource for second year and higher undergraduate students studying oceanography and marine science.

  • The Mekong Delta Environmental Research Guidebook

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 5
    • Edward Park + 2 more
    • English
    The Mekong Delta Environmental Research Guidebook, Volume Four comprehensively covers the Mekong Delta and presents new evidence on unsolved environmental issues. Key experts from around the world offer suggestions for the implementation of more effective mitigation and adaptation measures, especially in the context of climate change and upstream hydropower dam development. This book will help guide students and scientists, both juniors and seniors in their journey of the Mekong Delta Environmental Research, by presenting them with all the necessary information and detailed case studies for a more in-depth understanding of each issue so they can make informed decisions.

  • Rivers of South America

    • 1st Edition
    • Manuel A.S Graca + 3 more
    • English
    Rivers of South America examines the physical, chemical, and biological environment of South American Rivers, and the people living in their basins. The book explores the main river basins, with information on each river's history, physiography, clime, hydrology, biodiversity, ecological processes, environmental problems, management, and conservation. The book identifies conservation hotspots for riverine environments, and is enriched with a large number of maps, photos, graphs, and tables. This reference is important for aquatic ecologists, environmental authorities, local and national governments, academics, NGOs, and those interested in the preservation and management of flowing waters.

  • Managing Urban Rivers

    From Planning to Practice
    • 1st Edition
    • Victor R. Shinde + 3 more
    • English
    Managing Urban Rivers: From Planning to Practice captures the different facets of river management required for integrating rivers within the development landscape of cities in a sustainable manner. Sections cover the entire spectrum of urban river management, from planning to actual on-the-ground implementation, providing a one-stop destination for knowledge on urban river management. Edited by a team of four experts with practical experience in this domain, the different chapters of the book are authored by eminent scholars and practitioners with expertise in specific areas of urban river management. Urban rivers and their management is a hot topic as governments across the world are focusing on this aspect, especially since it has direct implications for SDG target 6.6, which aims to “protect and restore water-related ecosystems, including mountains, forests, wetlands, rivers, aquifers and lakes”.

  • Wetzel's Limnology

    Lake and River Ecosystems
    • 4th Edition
    • Ian D. Jones + 1 more
    • English
    Wetzel’s Limnology: Lake and River Ecosystems, Fourth Edition, presents a fully updated revision of the classic textbook Limnology: Lake and River Ecosystems - last published in 2001. The coverage has been thoroughly updated with recent research and theoretical developments. Each chapter of this edited volume has been written by an expert, or team of experts, providing a comprehensive and global perspective, with the editors working closely with the authors to maintain continuity within and between the chapters. This is not only an essential textbook for undergraduate and graduate students in limnology but also a standard reference book for seasoned limnologists and other scientists.