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  • Environmental Microbiology
  • Aquatic Ecology
  • Microbial Ecology

Background:

  • Literature published in 2015 on substratum-associated microbiota.
  • Focus on benthic algae and bacteria in diverse aquatic ecosystems, primarily freshwaters.
  • Addresses topics relevant to the Water Environment Federation and emerging scientific interests.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To survey and highlight key research findings on aquatic microbiota.
  • To synthesize information on environmental contaminants and their impact.
  • To cover general ecological principles and applied environmental science topics.

Main Methods:

  • Comprehensive literature review of studies published in 2015.
  • Analysis of research on microbiota in various aquatic environments.
  • Thematic organization of findings related to ecology, contaminants, and management.

Main Results:

  • Compilation of data on benthic algae and bacteria.
  • Identification of research trends concerning global change, oil spills, and pollutants (pharmaceuticals, microplastics, nanoparticles, organic pollutants).
  • Summary of findings on nutrient cycling, trophic interactions, water quality, invasive species, bioindicators, and bioremediation.

Conclusions:

  • The review underscores the importance of understanding aquatic microbiota in the context of environmental change and pollution.
  • Highlights the need for continued research into bioindicators and bioremediation for effective water resource management.
  • Emphasizes the interconnectedness of microbial communities with broader ecological processes and environmental health.