Definitions

There are many varied definitions surrounding these issues. For the purpose of this conference, we working from these definitions and will accept abstracts on all these subjects.

emerging contaminants – contaminants which have appeared only recently

contaminants of emerging concerns – contaminants which may have been in the environment for a while but for which concerns have been raised much more recently

emerging issues – more traditional contaminants in which new facts or information shed a new perspective on the concerns of well-known villains

definitions from: Sauvé and Desrosiers, 2014

Conference Program

The traditional and poster presentations given during conference sessions are based upon topic-appropriate, contributed submissions and not on invitations. There are no preset slots for specific topics.

Cover Photo

The cover photo was taken by Michael Jeffords and Susan Post at Ferne Clyffe State Park. The park is known throughout Illinois for its amazing views and lush trails. We hope this photo inspires your work to protect and responsibly use our valuable natural resources.