The anthropogenic toxic metal dissemination in surface water resources is a major
ecological and public health concern at diverse scales, from the regional to the global scale …

This study investigated the heavy metals (HM) contamination in the water of Indus River and
its tributaries, northern Pakistan. Water samples (n= 44) were collected along with the five …

This study examined the physicochemical parameters of water and sediments in the Naltar
Lakes, northern Pakistan. Water and sediments were sampled and analyzed for …

Human health and the sustainability of the socioeconomic system are directly related to
water quality. As anthropogenic activity becomes more intense, pollutants, particularly …

Water quality monitoring and assessment helps to determine the purity of water and how
safe it is for use. This also guides environmental engineers in identifying the pollution …

Abstract The Ghizer River Basin (GRB) is one of the sub-basins of the Indus River hosting
rich mineralization and agrogenic activities. The GRB was sampled for 55 water samples …

This study focused on heavy metal (HM) in the water and fish of the Hunza River and its
tributaries, located in Gilgit–Baltistan, Pakistan. Water and fish samples were collected and …

Mining, although relevant and indispensable for human socioeconomic development, is
considered one of the most polluting anthropogenic activities. Water resources are the most …

The field study aims to address identified research gaps by providing valuable information
on the concentration, spatial distribution, pollution levels, and source apportionment of toxic …

The present study investigated the concentrations of potentially toxic elements in water and
sediments of the Dor River and its tributaries. The physicochemical parameters of water and …