Microcosmic understandings of prevalence, interaction, toxicity, and transmission of Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals (EDCs) and microbes are crucial for advancing environmental health research. This session seeks contributions that delve into innovative methodologies, advanced sensing technologies, and integrated approaches to study the dynamics of EDCs and microbial contaminants at micro-scale levels. Topics include:
• Utilization of cutting-edge sensor technologies (e.g., microfluidics, biosensors) for real-time detection and quantification.
• Integration of molecular techniques, spectroscopic analysis, and modeling to assess toxicity and interactions in environmental matrices.
• Case studies highlighting successful applications of microcosmic research in understanding contamination pathways and informing mitigation strategies.
• Challenges such as sensitivity limits, analytical methods validation, and data interpretation in micro-scale environmental studies.
This session aims to foster collaborative discussions among researchers, practitioners, and policymakers across disciplines like environmental chemistry, microbiology, and toxicology to address emerging challenges and explore future directions in understanding and managing microcosmic contaminant dynamics.