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International
Journal of Phytoremediation
Aims and Scope
The International Journal of Phytoremediation is the first
journal devoted to the publication of current laboratory and
field research describing the use of plant systems to
remediate contaminated environments. Phytoremediation refers
to a diverse group of green technologies that use either
naturally occurring or genetically engineered plants to
decontaminate polluted air, soil, and water.
Phytoremediation technologies currently fall into the
following five categories:
- Phytodegradation
- Phytostabilization
- Phytovolatization
- Phytoextraction,
including rhizofiltration
- Enhanced rhizosphere
biodegradation.
The journal is a quarterly,
international, peer reviewed publication designed to link
professionals in the many environmental disciplines involved
in the development, application, management, and regulation
of emerging phytoremediation technologies. Manuscripts will
be considered that address any of a wide range of issues and
interests associated with the entire field of
phytoremediation. High quality, original articles make up
the primary content, with additional contributions as
technical notes, short communications, editorials, and
occasional invited review articles. Prior to publication,
manuscripts must pass a rigorous peer review process managed
by the editor-in-chief. The journal also publishes letters
to the editor, book/software reviews, new products and
patent information, and announcements of upcoming
conferences and courses.
The scope of the
International Journal of Phytoremediation includes:
- Use of phytoremediation
processes for environmental restoration.
- Hybrid technologies
combining chemical, physical, and/or other biological
processes with phytoremediation.
- Any stage of technology
development and validation, from basic laboratory
research and bench-scale testing to pilot-and full-scale
field application.
- Field applications or
descriptions of the effects of contaminants and other
forms of stress on phytoremediation systems.
- Examinations of the social
framework for phytoremediation, including regulatory,
economic, and public perception issues.
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