Contaminated sediments represent an ongoing threat to the health of aquatic ecosystems. The assessment of sediment quality is, therefore, an important concern for environmental regulators. Sediment quality guidelines are now well established in regulatory frameworks worldwide; however, practical guidance that covers all of the key aspects of sediment quality assessment is not readily available.
Author Biography
Dr Stuart Simpson is a Senior Principal Research Scientist with the CSIRO Land and Water Flagship. Dr Graeme Batley is a Chief Research Scientist, also with CSIRO, and past Director of their Centre for Environmental Contaminants Research.
