About this Research Topic
Aquatic phototrophic communities play a fundamental role in ecosystem dynamics, driven by their interaction with light as a vital resource. Understanding the ecological dynamics and responses of aquatic phototrophic communities to light is crucial for comprehending ecosystem functioning and the conservation of aquatic
ecosystems. Recent advances in photoecology have shed light on the intricate mechanisms by which light modulates the behavior, biotic interactions, and population dynamics of these communities.
This Inaugural Research Topic seeks to address the challenges and opportunities associated with light as a resource in shaping the structure and functioning of these communities, encompassing aspects such as vertical migration of plankton and fish, biodiversity-ecosystem relationships, and the impacts of light pollution on aquatic ecosystems. Additionally, we aim to investigate the harmful effects of light on aquatic systems, uncover the role of light as a
driver of symbiotic relationships within phototrophic communities, and identify strategies for promoting the resilience and conservation of these ecosystems.
This Research Topic invites contributions that delve into various themes within the field of aquatic phototrophic communities and photoecology. Specific areas of interest include the investigation of light's role in shaping ecological dynamics and biotic interactions in aquatic systems, the relationships between light and biodiversity, the influence of light on behavior and dynamics of aquatic organisms, the ecological impacts of light pollution, and the harmful effects of light on aquatic ecosystems.
Furthermore, we welcome studies that explore the role of light in driving symbiotic relationships within phototrophic communities. Research articles, reviews, and perspectives that contribute to our understanding of
how light affects the ecological dynamics and interaction of organisms with their aquatic environment is highly encouraged.
The scope of this Research Topic facilitates interdisciplinary collaboration, and we encourage researchers from diverse backgrounds and disciplines to actively participate and share their valuable insights, contributing to the broader field of photoecology and environmental photobiology.
We welcome submissions of the following article types: Brief Research Report, Data Report, General Commentary, Hypothesis & Theory, Methods, Mini Review, Opinion, Original Research, Perspective, Review, Systematic Review.
ecosystems. Recent advances in photoecology have shed light on the intricate mechanisms by which light modulates the behavior, biotic interactions, and population dynamics of these communities.
This Inaugural Research Topic seeks to address the challenges and opportunities associated with light as a resource in shaping the structure and functioning of these communities, encompassing aspects such as vertical migration of plankton and fish, biodiversity-ecosystem relationships, and the impacts of light pollution on aquatic ecosystems. Additionally, we aim to investigate the harmful effects of light on aquatic systems, uncover the role of light as a
driver of symbiotic relationships within phototrophic communities, and identify strategies for promoting the resilience and conservation of these ecosystems.
This Research Topic invites contributions that delve into various themes within the field of aquatic phototrophic communities and photoecology. Specific areas of interest include the investigation of light's role in shaping ecological dynamics and biotic interactions in aquatic systems, the relationships between light and biodiversity, the influence of light on behavior and dynamics of aquatic organisms, the ecological impacts of light pollution, and the harmful effects of light on aquatic ecosystems.
Furthermore, we welcome studies that explore the role of light in driving symbiotic relationships within phototrophic communities. Research articles, reviews, and perspectives that contribute to our understanding of
how light affects the ecological dynamics and interaction of organisms with their aquatic environment is highly encouraged.
The scope of this Research Topic facilitates interdisciplinary collaboration, and we encourage researchers from diverse backgrounds and disciplines to actively participate and share their valuable insights, contributing to the broader field of photoecology and environmental photobiology.
We welcome submissions of the following article types: Brief Research Report, Data Report, General Commentary, Hypothesis & Theory, Methods, Mini Review, Opinion, Original Research, Perspective, Review, Systematic Review.
Keywords: Photoecology, Aquatic phototrophic communities, Environmental photobiology, Ecological dynamics, Biotic interactions, Biodiversity, Ecosystem functioning, Light pollution, Symbiotic relationships, Harmful effects of light
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