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Nowadays in many lakes, even if adequate external P load reductions have been achieved, internal P load reductions to limit nutrients inflows are required for positive outcomes within reasonable time scales. In accelerating the recovery of lakes’ health through external nutrient reduction, the in-lake methods are commonly affected. Such methods include physical, chemical, and biological decrease in internal loading in many water bodies, which have shown relative success. In this chapter, the research objectives are targeted to (a) discuss the role of internal nutrient loading in the eutrophication process, (b) describe the restoration mechanisms and methods (focusing on physical methods) while evaluating their relative successes and failures in controlling eutrophication, and (c) review each restoration method to better understand scientific knowledge on their ecological footprint, thus recommending those restoration methods matching to each lake-case.
Miltiadis G. Zamparas. Management Strategies for Lake Restoration. Chemical Lake Restoration 2021, 69 -100.
AMA StyleMiltiadis G. Zamparas. Management Strategies for Lake Restoration. Chemical Lake Restoration. 2021; ():69-100.
Chicago/Turabian StyleMiltiadis G. Zamparas. 2021. "Management Strategies for Lake Restoration." Chemical Lake Restoration , no. : 69-100.
The key aim of the chapter is to incorporate innovative technology that can be used to treat eutrophic waters. A new environmentally friendly method is focused on the “teabag” process, under which P-inactivation agents were stored in water-permeable bags and submerged in the water column to trap P, which is one of the primary causes of eutrophication. In specific, composite lanthanum-modified bentonite (LMB) and Fe-modified bentonite (FMB) were investigated, and bench-scale batch tests were performed to examine their adsorption efficacy as slurry and as tea-bag. Moreover, the adsorption isotherms and kinetics were also studied. Experimental outcomes revealed that LMB and FMB (as teabag) achieved a maximal sorption capacity of 7.80 and 25.1 mg/g, accordingly, being considered as acceptable P rates for natural eutrophic waters. The “teabag” approach avoids the material covering the bottom sediment, thereby eliminating the occurrence of smothering of benthos. Also, P-adsorbents are also suitable for other agricultural uses like that of soil improver. Conclusively, it was signified the of utmost importance perspective of LMB and FMB composite clays’ recycling at later agricultural uses, since it sustains beneficial ecological impacts: routes of the circular economy (CE).
Miltiadis G. Zamparas; Grigorios L. Kyriakopoulos. A New Method for Lake Restoration, Impacting on Circular Economy (CE). Chemical Lake Restoration 2021, 195 -203.
AMA StyleMiltiadis G. Zamparas, Grigorios L. Kyriakopoulos. A New Method for Lake Restoration, Impacting on Circular Economy (CE). Chemical Lake Restoration. 2021; ():195-203.
Chicago/Turabian StyleMiltiadis G. Zamparas; Grigorios L. Kyriakopoulos. 2021. "A New Method for Lake Restoration, Impacting on Circular Economy (CE)." Chemical Lake Restoration , no. : 195-203.
Efficient photon to charge (PTC) transfer is considered to be the cornerstone of technological improvements in the photovoltaic (PV) industry, while it constitutes the most common process in nature. This study aims to investigate the parameters that impact efficient PV-cell photon to charge conversion in two ways: (a) providing a brief research analysis to extract the key features which affect the electrical and optical performance of PV cells’ operation, and (b) investigating the dependance of these characteristics on the photon to charge mechanisms. The former direction focuses on the latest advances regarding the impacts of the microenvironment climate conditions on the PV module and its operational performance, while the latter examines the fundamental determinants of the cell’s efficient operation. The electrical and optical parameters of the bulk PV cells are influenced by both the external microenvironment and the intrinsic photon to charge conversion principles. Light and energy harvesting issues need to be overcome, while nature-inspired interpretation and mimicking of photon to charge and excitation energy transfer are in an infant stage, furthering a better understanding of artificial photosynthesis. A future research orientation is proposed which focuses on scaling up development and making use of the before mentioned challenges.
Vasileios Kapsalis; Grigorios Kyriakopoulos; Miltiadis Zamparas; Athanasios Tolis. Investigation of the Photon to Charge Conversion and Its Implication on Photovoltaic Cell Efficient Operation. Energies 2021, 14, 3022 .
AMA StyleVasileios Kapsalis, Grigorios Kyriakopoulos, Miltiadis Zamparas, Athanasios Tolis. Investigation of the Photon to Charge Conversion and Its Implication on Photovoltaic Cell Efficient Operation. Energies. 2021; 14 (11):3022.
Chicago/Turabian StyleVasileios Kapsalis; Grigorios Kyriakopoulos; Miltiadis Zamparas; Athanasios Tolis. 2021. "Investigation of the Photon to Charge Conversion and Its Implication on Photovoltaic Cell Efficient Operation." Energies 14, no. 11: 3022.
Conventional synthetic sorbents for oil spill removal are the most widely applied materials, although they are not the optimal choices from an economic and environmental point of view. The use of inexpensive, abundant, non-toxic, biodegradable, and reusable lignocellulosic materials might be an alternative to conventional sorbents, with obvious positive impact on sustainability and circular economy. The objective of this paper was to review reports on the use of natural-based adsorbing materials for the restoration of water bodies threatened by oil spills. The use of raw and modified natural sorbents as a restoration tool, their sorption capacity, along with the individual results in conditions that have been implemented, were examined in detail. Modification methods for improving the hydrophobicity of natural sorbents were also extensively highlighted. Furthermore, an attempt was made to assess the advantages and limitations of each natural sorbent since one material is unlikely to encompass all potential oil spill scenarios. Finally, an evaluation was conducted in order to outline an integrated approach based on the terms of material–environment–economy.
Miltiadis Zamparas; Dimitrios Tzivras; Vassilios Dracopoulos; Theophilos Ioannides. Application of Sorbents for Oil Spill Cleanup Focusing on Natural-Based Modified Materials: A Review. Molecules 2020, 25, 4522 .
AMA StyleMiltiadis Zamparas, Dimitrios Tzivras, Vassilios Dracopoulos, Theophilos Ioannides. Application of Sorbents for Oil Spill Cleanup Focusing on Natural-Based Modified Materials: A Review. Molecules. 2020; 25 (19):4522.
Chicago/Turabian StyleMiltiadis Zamparas; Dimitrios Tzivras; Vassilios Dracopoulos; Theophilos Ioannides. 2020. "Application of Sorbents for Oil Spill Cleanup Focusing on Natural-Based Modified Materials: A Review." Molecules 25, no. 19: 4522.
The purpose of this study is to promote a new way of application composite materials to restore eutrophic waters. A new sustainable way of application is based on the “teabag” method, in which materials were placed in water-permeable bags and immersed in the water column in order to sorb phosphate—one of the main contributory element for the eutrophication problem. Particularly, the two composites materials of Phoslock™ (lanthanum-modified bentonite, LMB) and Bephos™ (Fe-modified bentonite, f-MB) were tested and bench-scale batch experiments were employed to investigate their sorption efficiency in the forms of slurry and teabag. The adsorption kinetics and the relevant adsorption isotherms were deployed, while the effect of the materials on turbidity and their aging were also investigated. Experimental results showed that Phoslock™ and Bephos™ (as teabag), being applied at initial concentration range: 0.05–5 mg/L, they sustained a maximum adsorption capacity of 7.80 mg/g and 25.1 mg/g, respectively, which are considered sufficient rates for P concentrations reported at natural aquatic ecosystems. At the same time this new method did not cause turbidity in the water column, since the material was not released into the water, thus, preventing potential harmful consequences for the living organisms. Moreover, the “teabag” method prevents the material to cover the lake bottom, avoiding the phenomenon of smothering of benthos. Βy teabag method, the materials can be collected for further applicability as soil improver or crops fertilizer. Finally, it was argued that the possibility to recycle LMB and f-MB materials for agricultural use is of paramount importance, sustaining also positive impacts on sustainable ecology and on the routes of circular economy (CE).
Miltiadis Zamparas; Grigorios L. Kyriakopoulos; Marios Drosos; Vasilis C. Kapsalis; Ioannis K. Kalavrouziotis. Novel Composite Materials for Lake Restoration: A New Approach Impacting on Ecology and Circular Economy. Sustainability 2020, 12, 3397 .
AMA StyleMiltiadis Zamparas, Grigorios L. Kyriakopoulos, Marios Drosos, Vasilis C. Kapsalis, Ioannis K. Kalavrouziotis. Novel Composite Materials for Lake Restoration: A New Approach Impacting on Ecology and Circular Economy. Sustainability. 2020; 12 (8):3397.
Chicago/Turabian StyleMiltiadis Zamparas; Grigorios L. Kyriakopoulos; Marios Drosos; Vasilis C. Kapsalis; Ioannis K. Kalavrouziotis. 2020. "Novel Composite Materials for Lake Restoration: A New Approach Impacting on Ecology and Circular Economy." Sustainability 12, no. 8: 3397.
In recent decades, the steady increase of energy consumption from building construction and operations cause atmospheric pollution and significant financial burden, mainly due to the high costs imposed from energy production. This study examines ways under which modern designs of a building can be applied on construction and domestication while following conventional methods of construction, compared to a building that has been constructed and domesticated under bioclimatic architecture. Particularly, two buildings were investigated in terms of the energy consumption incurred, being built on the same seaside area and period of construction and at adjacent plots of the same distance from sea for ease of comparison. The first building (A1) was constructed under the principles of bioclimatic architecture, being also facilitated with green and smart technologies. The second building (A2) was constructed under conventional construction techniques. The energy efficiency of both buildings was calculated by the “TEE KENAK” software, while specific parameters were recorded. Energy classifications of both buildings were valued and a proposed scenario and interventions unveiled the energy classification upgrading from A2 to A1. Our analysis revealed, as also found in the literature, that during thermal energy oscillating conditions, corresponding relative humidity stresses were observed, indicating that the vapor pressure handling should be taken into account towards comfort. The preliminary incremental cost evaluation and comparison of A1 and A2 energy upgrading under the criterion of simple payback period were critically discussed.
Alkistis E. Kanteraki; Grigorios L. Kyriakopoulos; Miltiadis Zamparas; Vasilis C. Kapsalis; Sofoklis S. Makridis; Giouli Mihalakakou. Investigating Thermal Performance of Residential Buildings in Marmari Region, South Evia, Greece. Challenges 2020, 11, 5 .
AMA StyleAlkistis E. Kanteraki, Grigorios L. Kyriakopoulos, Miltiadis Zamparas, Vasilis C. Kapsalis, Sofoklis S. Makridis, Giouli Mihalakakou. Investigating Thermal Performance of Residential Buildings in Marmari Region, South Evia, Greece. Challenges. 2020; 11 (1):5.
Chicago/Turabian StyleAlkistis E. Kanteraki; Grigorios L. Kyriakopoulos; Miltiadis Zamparas; Vasilis C. Kapsalis; Sofoklis S. Makridis; Giouli Mihalakakou. 2020. "Investigating Thermal Performance of Residential Buildings in Marmari Region, South Evia, Greece." Challenges 11, no. 1: 5.
A circular economy (CE) is conceptualized under different rounds of materials and energy cycling flows and is a matter of a three-level deployment: inter-enterprise circulation, regional circulation, and social circulation. Regarding them, the aim of this research was to get an update on the current technological advances and the perspectives of its implementation. Thus, a multi-parametric approach has been conducted to analyze the functionality of technologies in wastewater treatment, organic waste management, agrarian development, and food waste in the context of CE. Beside the narrative of the technological view, a critical approach assimilates the environmental, marketing, economic, governmental, and procedural viewpoints and leads to key indicators which are subject to positive and negative externalities. Due to this co-existence, we denoted the complexity of CE principle implementation and the need for specific envisage in each case, while proposing strategies are formulated in the light of social-environmental impact. Finally, further research gaps were proposed for deeper consideration.
Grigorios Kyriakopoulos; Vasilis Kapsalis; Konstantinos Aravossis; Miltiadis Zamparas; Alexandros Mitsikas. Evaluating Circular Economy under a Multi-Parametric Approach: A Technological Review. Sustainability 2019, 11, 6139 .
AMA StyleGrigorios Kyriakopoulos, Vasilis Kapsalis, Konstantinos Aravossis, Miltiadis Zamparas, Alexandros Mitsikas. Evaluating Circular Economy under a Multi-Parametric Approach: A Technological Review. Sustainability. 2019; 11 (21):6139.
Chicago/Turabian StyleGrigorios Kyriakopoulos; Vasilis Kapsalis; Konstantinos Aravossis; Miltiadis Zamparas; Alexandros Mitsikas. 2019. "Evaluating Circular Economy under a Multi-Parametric Approach: A Technological Review." Sustainability 11, no. 21: 6139.
Miltiadis Zamparas; V.C. Kapsalis; G.L. Kyriakopoulos; K.G. Aravossis; A.E. Kanteraki; Apostolos Vantarakis; I.K. Kalavrouziotis. Medical waste management and environmental assessment in the Rio University Hospital, Western Greece. Sustainable Chemistry and Pharmacy 2019, 13, 1 .
AMA StyleMiltiadis Zamparas, V.C. Kapsalis, G.L. Kyriakopoulos, K.G. Aravossis, A.E. Kanteraki, Apostolos Vantarakis, I.K. Kalavrouziotis. Medical waste management and environmental assessment in the Rio University Hospital, Western Greece. Sustainable Chemistry and Pharmacy. 2019; 13 ():1.
Chicago/Turabian StyleMiltiadis Zamparas; V.C. Kapsalis; G.L. Kyriakopoulos; K.G. Aravossis; A.E. Kanteraki; Apostolos Vantarakis; I.K. Kalavrouziotis. 2019. "Medical waste management and environmental assessment in the Rio University Hospital, Western Greece." Sustainable Chemistry and Pharmacy 13, no. : 1.
Miltiadis Zamparas; Marios Drosos; Ioannis K. Kalavrouziotis. Sorption of phosphate from innovative composite material focusing on physicochemical interactions. Desalination and Water Treatment 2019, 151, 212 -218.
AMA StyleMiltiadis Zamparas, Marios Drosos, Ioannis K. Kalavrouziotis. Sorption of phosphate from innovative composite material focusing on physicochemical interactions. Desalination and Water Treatment. 2019; 151 ():212-218.
Chicago/Turabian StyleMiltiadis Zamparas; Marios Drosos; Ioannis K. Kalavrouziotis. 2019. "Sorption of phosphate from innovative composite material focusing on physicochemical interactions." Desalination and Water Treatment 151, no. : 212-218.
Miltiadis Zamparas; Marios Drosos; Yannis Deligiannakis; Ierotheos Zacharias. Eutrophication control using a novel bentonite humic-acid composite material Bephos™. Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering 2015, 3, 3030 -3036.
AMA StyleMiltiadis Zamparas, Marios Drosos, Yannis Deligiannakis, Ierotheos Zacharias. Eutrophication control using a novel bentonite humic-acid composite material Bephos™. Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering. 2015; 3 (4):3030-3036.
Chicago/Turabian StyleMiltiadis Zamparas; Marios Drosos; Yannis Deligiannakis; Ierotheos Zacharias. 2015. "Eutrophication control using a novel bentonite humic-acid composite material Bephos™." Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering 3, no. 4: 3030-3036.
Miltiadis Zamparas; Gavriil Gavriil; Frank A. Coutelieris; Ierotheos Zacharias. A theoretical and experimental study on the P-adsorption capacity of Phoslock™. Applied Surface Science 2015, 335, 147 -152.
AMA StyleMiltiadis Zamparas, Gavriil Gavriil, Frank A. Coutelieris, Ierotheos Zacharias. A theoretical and experimental study on the P-adsorption capacity of Phoslock™. Applied Surface Science. 2015; 335 ():147-152.
Chicago/Turabian StyleMiltiadis Zamparas; Gavriil Gavriil; Frank A. Coutelieris; Ierotheos Zacharias. 2015. "A theoretical and experimental study on the P-adsorption capacity of Phoslock™." Applied Surface Science 335, no. : 147-152.
Eutrophication has become the primary water quality issue for most of the freshwater and coastal marine ecosystems in the world. It is one of the most visible examples of biosphere's alteration due to human activities affecting aquatic ecosystems from the Arctic to the Antarctic. As eutrophication becomes frequent and many eutrophic ecosystems have difficulties meeting the EU Water Framework Directive (WFD) criteria the removal of phosphate and/or ammonium gains great importance, in water treatment. The objective of this paper is to review the restoration methods of eutrophic ecosystems, emphasizing remediation methods of internal nutrient release budget as a major factor to control eutrophication. The use of phosphate inactivation agents as a restoration tool, their capacity and application methods, as well as the individual results (in water quality, algal blooms, flora and fauna) in areas that have been implemented were also examined. Moreover, a conceptual model was conducted as a process to determine remediation technique, highlighting the need of an integrated approach to eutrophication management. The chemical lake restoration methods are not a panacea and their implementation should consist a targeted management approach as a part of an integrated management plan. The longevity of the treatment effectiveness using P-inactivation agents is reduced if not given the necessary importance in managing the external nutrient loads. The successful implementation of internal P management measures requires a site-specific study of a range of factors affecting viability of the method used, in connection with an assessment of the potential adverse effects on humans, livestock, biotic and abiotic factors.
Miltiadis Zamparas; Ierotheos Zacharias. Restoration of eutrophic freshwater by managing internal nutrient loads. A review. Science of The Total Environment 2014, 496, 551 -562.
AMA StyleMiltiadis Zamparas, Ierotheos Zacharias. Restoration of eutrophic freshwater by managing internal nutrient loads. A review. Science of The Total Environment. 2014; 496 ():551-562.
Chicago/Turabian StyleMiltiadis Zamparas; Ierotheos Zacharias. 2014. "Restoration of eutrophic freshwater by managing internal nutrient loads. A review." Science of The Total Environment 496, no. : 551-562.
A novel low-cost composite material was prepared (Bephos™) by embedding Fe, Cu ions and humic acid using in the interlayer space of a natural bentonite. Bench-scale batch experiments were performed to examine its efficiency as adsorbent for phosphate and ammonium removal from natural waters. Phosphate and ammonium uptake was evaluated vs. pH in adsorption kinetics and adsorption isotherms. The effect of salinity (fresh, brackish and marine waters) and adsorption thermodynamics were also investigated. Bephos™ exhibits higher adsorption than other pertinent materials. Moreover Bephos™ is cable for simultaneous adsorption of both phosphorus and ammonia and this is an important advantage against other materials used to restore eutrophic water bodies. The maximum phosphate and ammonium adsorption capacities were 26.5 mg/g and 202.1 mg/g respectively. Bephos™ can function efficiently within a wide range of pH, e.g. 5–9. Adsorption kinetics showed that more than 90% and 70% removal of phosphate and ammonium respectively from water within 30 min. Bephos™ is potent for remediation of phosphate and ammonium at low concentrations that occur in natural water ecosystems.
Miltiadis Zamparas; Marios Drosos; Yiannis Georgiou; Yiannis Deligiannakis; Ierotheos Zacharias. A novel bentonite-humic acid composite material Bephos™ for removal of phosphate and ammonium from eutrophic waters. Chemical Engineering Journal 2013, 225, 43 -51.
AMA StyleMiltiadis Zamparas, Marios Drosos, Yiannis Georgiou, Yiannis Deligiannakis, Ierotheos Zacharias. A novel bentonite-humic acid composite material Bephos™ for removal of phosphate and ammonium from eutrophic waters. Chemical Engineering Journal. 2013; 225 ():43-51.
Chicago/Turabian StyleMiltiadis Zamparas; Marios Drosos; Yiannis Georgiou; Yiannis Deligiannakis; Ierotheos Zacharias. 2013. "A novel bentonite-humic acid composite material Bephos™ for removal of phosphate and ammonium from eutrophic waters." Chemical Engineering Journal 225, no. : 43-51.
The aim of this study was to investigate the efficiency of Fe-modified bentonite as adsorbent for phosphate removal from natural waters with an additional estimation of sediment capping effectiveness preventing phosphorus release from eutrophic lake sediments. A modified inorganic bentonite (Zenith/Fe) based on natural Zenith-N, was prepared by embedding Fe in its interlayer space. Its morphology and structure was thoroughly characterized and adsorption isotherms were evaluated in a wide range of pH. The initial phosphate concentration was 0.1 mg/L, and represents a eutrophic natural ecosystem. The results showed that Zenith/Fe was effective at removing phosphate from aqueous solution at pH values from 5 to 9. The maximum adsorption capacities (q m) calculated from the Langmuir model were 11.60, 14.45, 14.14, 11.20, and 9.98 mg/g for pH range from 5 to 9, respectively. Adsorption kinetics showed that most phosphates (more than 80% at pH 6) are adsorbed during the first 1 h. The adsorption rate of phosphates fits pseudo-second-order kinetic models for all pH values considered. Moreover, Zenith/Fe is likely to be effective in the adsorption of phosphates in natural environments in the presence of strong reducing conditions. In addition, the application of Zenith/Fe as a P-inactivation agent resulted in about 68% reduction of the phosphate flux from the sediments under anoxic conditions. Thus, Zenith/Fe is a very good adsorbent for phosphorus removal and potential lake restoration.
Miltiadis Zamparas; Y. Deligiannakis; Ierotheos Zacharias. Phosphate adsorption from natural waters and evaluation of sediment capping using modified clays. DESALINATION AND WATER TREATMENT 2013, 51, 2895 -2902.
AMA StyleMiltiadis Zamparas, Y. Deligiannakis, Ierotheos Zacharias. Phosphate adsorption from natural waters and evaluation of sediment capping using modified clays. DESALINATION AND WATER TREATMENT. 2013; 51 (13):2895-2902.
Chicago/Turabian StyleMiltiadis Zamparas; Y. Deligiannakis; Ierotheos Zacharias. 2013. "Phosphate adsorption from natural waters and evaluation of sediment capping using modified clays." DESALINATION AND WATER TREATMENT 51, no. 13: 2895-2902.
The balance between physicochemical processes, influencing vertical and temporal distributions of metal compounds in one relatively isolated anoxic environment, constitutes the objective of the present work. Ion activity product (IAP) was calculated for manganese and iron sulfides, in order to define the metal sulfide forms that control Fe and Mn solubility in the bottom waters of anoxic lagoons. Iron solubility depended on amorphous FeS formation, while manganese sulfides were a minor component in a solid solution lowering its solid-phase activity. A theoretical physicochemical model was developed for the iron speciation, based on experimental pH and redox potential data. A very good match was achieved for the measured and the theoretical total dissolved iron, at all depths. The dominance of oxidant iron species Fe(OH) in the surface waters and their sequence by FeSH and FeS in the deeper layers brings out the influence of physicochemical parameters (dissolved oxygen, sulfide, pH and E) in vertical distribution of dissolved metal species, in anoxic/hypoxic basins. Based on these findings, we can conclude that the distribution of manganese and iron is of special interest, not only because these are the indicators of redox conditions but also for the role of their oxidized/reduced forms in the formation of the biogeochemical structure of redox zone.
Areti Gianni; Miltiadis Zamparas; Ioannis T. Papadas; George Kehayias; Yiannis Deligiannakis; Ierotheos Zacharias. Monitoring and Modeling of Metal Concentration Distributions in Anoxic Basins: Aitoliko Lagoon, Greece. Aquatic Geochemistry 2012, 19, 77 -95.
AMA StyleAreti Gianni, Miltiadis Zamparas, Ioannis T. Papadas, George Kehayias, Yiannis Deligiannakis, Ierotheos Zacharias. Monitoring and Modeling of Metal Concentration Distributions in Anoxic Basins: Aitoliko Lagoon, Greece. Aquatic Geochemistry. 2012; 19 (1):77-95.
Chicago/Turabian StyleAreti Gianni; Miltiadis Zamparas; Ioannis T. Papadas; George Kehayias; Yiannis Deligiannakis; Ierotheos Zacharias. 2012. "Monitoring and Modeling of Metal Concentration Distributions in Anoxic Basins: Aitoliko Lagoon, Greece." Aquatic Geochemistry 19, no. 1: 77-95.
Miltiadis Zamparas; Areti Gianni; Panagiota Stathi; Yiannis Deligiannakis; Ierotheos Zacharias. Removal of phosphate from natural waters using innovative modified bentonites. Applied Clay Science 2012, 62-63, 101 -106.
AMA StyleMiltiadis Zamparas, Areti Gianni, Panagiota Stathi, Yiannis Deligiannakis, Ierotheos Zacharias. Removal of phosphate from natural waters using innovative modified bentonites. Applied Clay Science. 2012; 62-63 ():101-106.
Chicago/Turabian StyleMiltiadis Zamparas; Areti Gianni; Panagiota Stathi; Yiannis Deligiannakis; Ierotheos Zacharias. 2012. "Removal of phosphate from natural waters using innovative modified bentonites." Applied Clay Science 62-63, no. : 101-106.
Mediterranean temporary ponds (MTPs) is a priority habitat according to the Natura 2000 network of the European Union (Natura code 3170, Habitats Directive 92/43/EEC) and is located in various Mediterranean countries. Priority habitats are those habitat-types or elements with a unique or important significance to a diverse group of species. They consist of a unique flora composition, succession stage and/or structural factor. Increased urbanisation and agriculture in addition to climate change, in the Mediterranean region, has led to the extinction of a very large number of temporary ponds. This paper is a review of the value and the numerous threats, concerning MTPs. Protection and conservation of the ponds is very important and appropriate managerial measures should be immediately taken, to save such a vulnerable ecosystem.
Ierotheos Zacharias; Miltiadis Zamparas. Mediterranean temporary ponds. A disappearing ecosystem. Biodiversity and Conservation 2010, 19, 3827 -3834.
AMA StyleIerotheos Zacharias, Miltiadis Zamparas. Mediterranean temporary ponds. A disappearing ecosystem. Biodiversity and Conservation. 2010; 19 (14):3827-3834.
Chicago/Turabian StyleIerotheos Zacharias; Miltiadis Zamparas. 2010. "Mediterranean temporary ponds. A disappearing ecosystem." Biodiversity and Conservation 19, no. 14: 3827-3834.