Ecotoxicology
Ecotoxicology is the study of the effects of toxic chemicals on biological organisms, particularly at the population, community, ecosystem, and biosphere levels. It focuses on understanding how pollutants and contaminants impact the environment, including the interactions between different species and the overall health of ecosystems. Researchers in this field examine the sources, pathways, and consequences of toxic substances in the environment, with the goal of developing strategies to mitigate and prevent harm to ecosystems and human health.