1st Edition
Wetland Chemistry Limnological, Bio‐geochemical, and Economic Perspectives
1. Wetlands and Climate Change
Saritha Vara and Ch. Bhavannarayana
2. Geospatial Issues (Remote Sensing and GIS) of the Wetlands
Salman A. H. Selmy and Ali R. A. Moursy
3. Diversity, Adaptations and Productivity of Wetland Macrophytic Flora
K. Vijaya Rachel, Navya Pothireddy, and Sai Jhansi A.
4. Wetlands: Climate Change Impacts and Strategies
Ali R. A. Moursy and Fatma N. Thabit
5. Coastal Wetlands: A Home to Diverse Microorganisms
Chandana Chintu and Kiranmayi Patnala
6. Wetland Types, Function, Distribution and Restoration: A Short Review
Omisha Kannaojiya and Kumari Sunita
7. Water Chemistry and Quality Standards
Shelley Oberoi and Monika Malik
8. Wetland and Sustainability
Manisha Sheoran
9. A Comprehensive Assessment of Water Quality in the Asan Wetland Ecosystem, Uttarakhand, India
Shubham Kumar Maletha, and Arun Pratap Mishra
10. A Comprehensive Review on Natural Wetland Depletion and the Role of Constructed Wetlands
Manisha Sheoran and Raj Singh
Biography
Raj Singh is a researcher at the School of Science, Department of Environmental Science, Gandhi Institute of Technology and Management (GITAM, deemed to be university), Visakhapatnam, India. He also teaches natural resources and remote sensing courses at Dr. K. N. Modi University (DKNMU), Rajasthan, India. He was also an assistant professor at Tula’s Institute, Dehradun; is an alumnus of the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO), Government of India; and has worked on a France-funded IDDRI project at BITS Pilani, Goa campus, India. He is an active member of Wetland International, Wageningen, Netherlands, and the British Ecological Society, London, UK. His current work focuses on applying remote sensing and GIS techniques in water ecosystem monitoring.
Mohd Yusuf is an associate professor at Glocal University, Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India. He has also worked with Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, and YMD College, Nuh (affiliated to Maharishi Dayanand University, Rohtak, India). His research interests include green and sustainable materials, functional biomaterials, composite and applied materials, nanomaterials, wastewater treatment, and energy storage technologies. He has authored or co-authored more than 55 publications including research articles, reviews, books, and chapters in publications of international repute.
Mohammad Shahid is an assistant professor in the Department of Chemistry at Mewar University, Chittorgarh, India. He has also worked at various esteemed institutions, including Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi; Soochow University, China; University of Glasgow, UK; Institute of Chemical Technology, Mumbai; and DKNMU. Dr. Shahid has received several fellowships to support his research pursuits, including grants from the UGC, India; China Postdoctoral Fellowship; EU Marie Curie Fellowship; and UGC Dr. D. S. Kothari Fellowship. He has authored or co-authored over 50 scientific articles, reviews, reports, books, and chapters in publications of international repute.
“This book thoroughly examines wetland ecosystems and highlights the crucial role they play in biodiversity, water quality, and regulation of global climate. Every chapter explores key topics, such as the ecological dynamics of freshwater and coastal wetlands, the effects of climate change, and GIS technology. The book is an excellent resource for wetland conservation and sustainable management.”
Dr Sachchidanand Singh, National Institute of Hydrology, India
“This book provides a multidisciplinary overview of wetland ecosystems and their importance in global environmental health. Covering topics from biodiversity and water quality to geospatial advancements, it is a valuable resource for understanding and preserving these vital landscapes. The insights presented here will benefit researchers, students, and policymakers dedicated to wetland conservation and sustainable ecosystem management.”
Dr Rajashree Naik, VIT-AP University, India
