Emerging Organic Contaminants in Soil: Properties, Translocation, and Remediation

This book provides comprehensive knowledge on the behavior and translocation of Emerging Organic Contaminants (EOC) in soil, water, groundwater, air, and biota worldwide, and introduces active remediation methods and technologies based on EOCs’ properties. From fundamentals to future risks, it explains the importance of understanding EOC.

Dr. Ming Zhang is a Professor of the Department of Environmental Engineering, College of Energy, Environment and Safety Engineering at China Jiliang University. His research interests include soil remediation of organic contaminants, biochar and other novel sorbents for environmental application, and the environmental behaviors of microplastics. He was recognized as Clarivate Highly Cited Researchers 2022, and World’s Top 2% Scientists (2023-2024).

Dr. Mahtab Ahmad is an Associate Professor at Quaid-i-Azam University. Dr. Ahmad is a recognized scientist listed in the world’s top 2% scientists. His research encompasses environmental chemistry, remediation of contaminated soils and waters, revitalization of abandoned soils, production and application of biochar from agricultural and solid waste materials, and carbon sequestration. He was awarded the best performance award 2022-23 as the Best Cited Scientist by the Quaid-i-Azam University.