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Books in Environmental sciences

The Environmental Sciences titles present critical research and insights into the complex interactions within natural ecosystems, climate systems, and human impacts on the environment. Covering areas such as biodiversity, sustainability, climate change, and resource management, these titles support scientific discovery and practical solutions for addressing today’s most pressing environmental challenges. This collection is essential for researchers, policymakers, and students dedicated to advancing environmental understanding and stewardship

  • Sustainable Soil Management

    Bridging the Sustainable Development Goals
    • 1st Edition
    • Owais Bashir + 4 more
    • English
    Sustainable Soil Management: Bridging the Sustainable Development Goals addresses the issue of sustainable soil management and its connection to achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It presents a range of strategies, policies, and implementation approaches for sustainable soil management, drawing on examples from around the world. In addition to sustainable soil management practices, the book also covers the dynamics of soil health, the role of soil organic matter, and the integration of agroecology and biodiversity in enhancing food security and environmental sustainability.By examining the interconnectedness of soil with key SDGs—such as zero hunger, clean water, and climate action—this book provides a roadmap for addressing global challenges.

  • Introduction to Natural Disasters

    • 1st Edition
    • Saeid Eslamian + 2 more
    • English
    Introduction to Natural Disasters provides a thorough understanding of the various natural disasters that occur around the world. The book emphasizes real-world examples and case studies from different regions and time periods. By examining past disasters and their aftermath, it offers insight into the measures taken to mitigate future risks. This textbook covers a wide range of disasters, including earthquakes, hurricanes, floods, tsunamis, wildfires, and volcanic eruptions. It encompasses the scientific aspects of natural disasters as well as their societal, economic, and environmental impacts. Each chapter delves into the causes, characteristics, and effects of a specific disaster, offering a holistic view.Initial chapters of the book explore the concept and classification of natural hazards and disasters and then describe hydro-meteorologic disasters, wildland fires, climate change, and natural and man-made hazards. The closing chapters focus on risk assessment and modeling, disaster preparedness, emergency response and recovery and reconstruction. This is a useful resource for undergraduate and graduate students and researchers in the fields of geology, meteorology, emergency management, environmental sciences, geography, civil engineering, water resources and natural resources.

  • Geomorphometry

    Concepts, Software, Applications
    • 2nd Edition
    • Volume 37
    • Hannes I. Reuter + 2 more
    • English
    Geomorphometry: Concepts, Software, Applications, Second Edition aims to inform, educate, and assist users in the field by expanding the reach of the Geomorphometry community's knowledge. Geomorphometry, the science of quantitative land-surface analysis, evolved from geomorphology and quantitative terrain analysis, rooted in 19th-century geometry and physical geography. The modern discipline addresses the processing of elevation data, topography visualization, and numerous numerical analyses. Focusing on continuous land-surface and discrete features like watersheds, geomorphometry's operational goal is the extraction of measures and spatial features from digital topography.Since the book's first edition in 2009, there have been significant advancements in data production methods, the data itself, and software applications. The editors have proposed a second edition, maintaining the original structure while incorporating these improvements. The book also covers the refinement and analysis of digital elevation models (DEMs), the use of GIS tools, and the application of geomorphometric techniques in various fields such as hydrology, ecology, and urban planning.

  • Environmental Microbiology

    • 4th Edition
    • Ian Pepper + 3 more
    • English
    Environmental Microbiology, Fourth Edition is the revised edition of a key, foundational text for the field of environmental microbiology which hits all the pillars of the field and takes into account the tremendous advances in environmental microbiology over past decade. It provides comprehensive information on traditional methodologies utilized to study environmental microbes, as well as state-of-the-art technologies. Emphasis is placed on molecular and bio-informatic approaches to the study of environmental microbes, including nucleic acid and ‘omic methodologies. The book is divided into seven parts that stretch across microbiology concepts, microbial environments, microbial methods and technologies, microbial transport, biogeochemistry, and bioremediation, water and foodborne pathogens, wastewater treatment and distribution, and urban microbiology. 1) “Environmental Microbiology” is the study of microbes within all habitats, and their beneficial and detrimental impacts on human health and welfare. This book illustrates the significance of environmental microbes in our daily lives in terms of not only the overall health of the planet, but also: what infects us; what heals us; what we drink; what we eat; and what we breathe.

  • Two-Dimensional Nanomaterials for Water Purification

    Advances and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Edison Ang Huixiang
    • English
    Two-Dimensional Nanomaterials for Water Purification: Advances and Applications explores the transformative potential of 2D nanomaterials in enhancing water purification technologies, covering a wide range of applications, including filtration membranes, membrane distillation, solar evaporation, photocatalytic treatment, antibacterial strategies, adsorption, and capacitive deionization. The book begins with an overview of the fundamental separation mechanisms, design configurations for various purification technologies, and material characterization techniques specific to 2D nanomaterials. The following chapters discuss computational approaches, advanced fabrication methods, and performance comparisons, all while emphasizing sustainability in water treatment. This comprehensive resource provides researchers and engineers with valuable information about the potential applications and future directions of 2D nanomaterial-based water purification technologies.

  • Wetlands: Biodiversity, Health and their Role in Ecosystem Services

    • 1st Edition
    • Inderjeet Tyagi + 2 more
    • English
    Wetlands: Biodiversity, Health, and their Role in Ecosystem Services offers a comprehensive exploration of the vital roles that wetlands play in our global ecosystem. This insightful volume adopts a holistic approach to examine the rich biodiversity, water and soil quality, and the community structures that sustain these unique environments. The book, split into four sections, delves into various ecosystem services provided by wetlands, including groundwater recharge, nutrient cycling, water and wastewater treatment, and their cultural, recreational, and tourism values. Authored by experts in the field, the chapters follow a clear structure, with step-by-step advanced monitoring techniques to address wetlands' significant role in climate change mitigation and adaptation. Taking into account the contribution of wetlands towards achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the book explores innovative biodiversity assessment techniques, the impact of environmental stressors, and the critical roles of flora, fauna, and migratory birds in maintaining wetland ecological health. With case studies illustrating practical applications, this is an indispensable resource for students of environmental science, conservationists, and researchers, offering actionable insights and recommendations for safeguarding these critical ecosystems.

  • Encyclopedia of Ecology

    • 3rd Edition
    • Brian D. Fath
    • English
    Encyclopedia of Ecology, Third Edition, Four Volume Set - with over 300 chapters - once again provides a comprehensive reference work covering the current ideas and practices in ecology.Ecology is the ideal field for studying complex, adaptive, and self-organizing systems and by observing and understanding ecosystems, it provides valuable insights into creating sustainable systems. This knowledge is essential for addressing challenges in areas such as land management, environmental policy development, urban metabolism, industrial symbiosis, the global commons, and renewable energy.Ecology traditionally focused on measuring species abundance and distribution through field observations to establish a baseline understanding of nature. More recently, it emphasizes the relationships within populations, among species, and with their environment—networks of life central to this encyclopedia. Understanding these ecological connections is key to sustainability science and human-nature interactions. Current research spans biodiversity loss, soil conservation, sustainable agriculture, emerging diseases, eco-mimicry, and climate change. Ecological education and environmental literacy are increasingly integrated into curricula.Written and edited by an international team of experts and with special focus on interdisciplinary work in socio-ecological systems, this 3rd edition again links theory with application, and helps allow students needing entry-level summaries of specific ecology topics to create connections and find relevant, more in-depth resources in this exciting field.

  • Geomicrobiology of Río Tinto

    A Terrestrial Mars Analogue
    • 1st Edition
    • Ricardo Amils
    • English
    Geomicrobiology of Río Tinto: A Terrestrial Mars Analogue provides the most detailed biological and geological characterizations of one of Earth's best terrestrial Mars analogues. The acidic waters of Río Tinto and the high metal content of its sediments have given rise to a unique biodiversity. Understanding the geochemical and mineralogical conditions that have shaped the evolution of these extremophiles is essential to guiding the selection of sites for meaningful missions to Mars. Edited by a renowned astrobiologist with contributions from global experts with applied experience in Mars exploration missions, this book is systematically structured for a wide audience. Sections delve into the physical characteristics and biological diversity of Río Tinto, its suitability as a terrestrial Mars analogue, and the fundamentals and applications of geomicrobiology. Geomicrobiology of Río Tinto: A Terrestrial Mars Analogue provides its interdisciplinary audiences with the fundamentals to understand the paleontological record of the system, the diversity existing in its water column, the biological activities responsible for its extreme conditions, and their biotechnological applications and relevance to future exploration missions to the red planet. This is an essential read for astrobiologists, aquatic biologists, geomicrobiologists, paleontologists, and biotechnologists alike.

  • Sustainable Water Management

    Novel Treatment Technologies and Practices
    • 1st Edition
    • Shiao-Shing Chen + 3 more
    • English
    Sustainable Water Management: Novel Treatment Technologies and Practices offers a comprehensive and interdisciplinary resource that connects cutting-edge water treatment technologies with sustainable management strategies. The book covers essential information about Advanced desalination technologies (RO), forward osmosis (FO), multistage flash (MSF), membrane distillation (MD), brine valorization, and their comparative efficiency. It covers digital innovations such as Digital Twins, artificial intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT), and real-time data monitoring for smart water systems. By bridging the domains of environmental engineering, digital innovation, water science, and policy to support SDG -6 and global water security, this book provides a comprehensive resource.It is designed for students and researchers, practitioners, engineers, and policymakers who want to learn more about integrating emerging innovations in membrane science, desalination, electrochemical methods, and smart digital systems with climate-resilient and circular economy principles. Special emphasis is placed on low-cost, decentralized solutions for resource-limited and water-stressed regions.

  • Biotic Interactions across Gradients and Scales

    • 1st Edition
    • Wesley Dáttilo + 1 more
    • English
    Biotic Interactions across Gradients and Scales provides a valuable exploration of the intricate connections of the web of life, including foundational ecological principles to current macroecological perspectives. The book examines the various dimensions of biotic interactions across spatiotemporal gradients in terrestrial and aquatic environments. Its integrated approach is crucial to understanding the potential responses of ecological networks to unprecedented stressors, including climate change, anthropogenic impacts, and loss of connectivity and functional redundancy. Written by renowned subject matter experts from the global North and South, this book introduces the concept of biotic interactions before delving into the physical factors influencing ecological networks.Central chapters describe the tools, methods, and history of study of biotic interactions. Latter chapters explore such networks across aquatic and terrestrial domains, before concluding chapters discuss disruptive stressors and open science opportunities for future research endeavors. Case studies, boxed elements, and end chapter review questions ensure student mastery of content.

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