Forward for inaugural issue of Hydro Science & Marine Engineering

It is with great pleasure that we present this inaugural issue of Hydro Science & Marine Engineering (HSME), a peer-reviewed journal for academics to freely disseminate research findings in areas including but not limited to; Marine Biotechnology, Irrigation and Drainage, Ocean Engineering, Coastal and Offshore Engineering, Hydraulics, Surface and Groundwater Hydrology, Sediment Transport, Climate Change, Water Quality and Pollution control, Coastal Protection and Lake/Shore Environment. High standard research and developments in the above areas are crucial for sustainable development and environmental protection. The mission of HSME is to provide researchers with an ideal forum to publicize academic research and exchange information on all the above topics.