Introduction à l'écotoxicologie : Fondements et applications


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Dans le contexte de crise planétaire de l'environnement, l'écotoxicologie apporte des réponses scientifiques précises sur les effets des polluants sur les écosystèmes. Depuis son apparition dans les années 1970, la discipline n'a cessé de se développer, se complexifier, au point qu'il est aujourd'hui difficile d'en avoir une vision d'ensemble. Pionnier français de la discipline, François Ramade propose aujourd'hui cette synthèse exposant et expliquant l'ensemble des notions fondamentales du domaine. L'ouvrage délimite le champ de l'écotoxicologie, notamment en analysant les modalités et mécanismes de la pollution des habitats terrestres et aquatiques. Il fait le tour des notions physiques, biologiques, chimiques et toxicologiques essentielles pour mesurer les effets des polluants. Une large partie de l'ouvrage est consacrée aux conséquences des pollutions. Dans un souci de clarté, les données sont présentées selon un ordre croissant de complexité biologique : de la population à la biosphère en passant par les écosystèmes. Les données les plus récentes ont été intégrées, concernant particulièrement la dimension écologique de la notion de toxique, la détermination des paramètres quantitatifs propres à l'écotoxicologie (indices d'évaluation et seuils de sécurité), la radioécotoxicologie et les biomarqueurs. L'ouvrage prend en compte les réglementations les plus récentes, telle la directive européenne REACH liée à la toxicité de plus de 30 000 produits utilisés dans l'UE, et propose un exposé des méthodes d'évaluation et de prévision du risque environnemental. Ce traité s'adresse aux ingénieurs concernés par la prévention des pollutions et l'évaluation des risques, aux techniciens en charge de la protection environnementale, aux étudiants et enseignants en sciences de l'environnement et en toxicologie, aux agronomes, ainsi qu'au professionnels du domaine biomédical.




Index Medicus


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Vols. for 1963- include as pt. 2 of the Jan. issue: Medical subject headings.




Impacts of Marine Litter


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Risk Assessment of Chemicals: An Introduction


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In recent years many developments have taken place in promote co-operation between governments and other the field of risk assessment of chemicals. Many reports parties involved in chemical safety and to provide policy have been published by national authorities, industries guidance with emphasis on regional and subregional co and scientific researchers as well as by international bod operation. The Inter-Organization Programme for the ies such as the European Union, the Organization of Sound Management of Chemicals (IOMC) was estab Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) and lished in 1995 and provides a mechanism for the six par the joint International Programme on Chemical Safety ticipating organizations (UNEP, ILO, FAO, UNIDO,WHO (IPCS) of the World Health Organization (WHO), the and OECD) to better co-ordinate policies and activities in International Labour Organization (lLO), and the United the field of chemical risk management. Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). The present book is an introduction to risk assessment of The development and international harmonization of risk chemicals. It contains basic background information on assessment methods is an important challenge. In sources, emissions, distribution and fate processes for Agenda 21 of the United Nations Conference on exposure estimation. It includes dose-effects estimation Environment and Development (UNCED), chapter 19 is for both human health related toxicology and ecotoxicol entirely devoted to the management of chemicals. For ogy as well as information on estimation methodologies. one of its recommendations, i. e.




Casarett & Doull's Toxicology: The Basic Science of Poisons, Eighth Edition


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The most trusted all-in-one overview of the biomedical and environmental aspects of toxicology--NOW more complete, up-to-date, and in full color The world's leading and most authoritative textbook on poisons has more to offer students,toxicologists, and pharmacologists than ever before. Now in full color, and thoroughly revised, the eighth edition of Casarett & Doull's TOXICOLOGY: The Basic Science of Poisons not only delivers a comprehensive review of the essential components of toxicology, it offers the most up-to-date,revealing, and in-depth look at the systemic responses of toxic substance available anywhere. Combined with the latest thinking by the field's foremost scholars plus solid coverage of general principles, modes of action, and chemical-specific toxicity, this landmark text continues to set the standard for toxicology references. NEW to the Eighth Edition FULL-COLOR design to allow for a clearer interpretationof the basic components of toxicology featured throughout the text EXPANDED tables, illustrations, and other visuals areupdated with state-of-the-art standards that makes thisedition even more current and relevant DVD with image bank features all tables and illustrations from the text in presentation-ready format NEW CHAPTERS include "Toxic Effects of Calories"and "Toxic Effects of Nanoparticles"







Encyclopedia of Toxicology


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The second edition of the Encyclopedia of Toxicology continues its comprehensive survey of toxicology. This new edition continues to present entries devoted to key concepts and specific chemicals. There has been an increase in entries devoted to international organizations and well-known toxic-related incidents such as Love Canal and Chernobyl. Along with the traditional scientifically based entries, new articles focus on the societal implications of toxicological knowledge including environmental crimes, chemical and biological warfare in ancient times, and a history of the U.S. environmental movement. With more than 1150 entries, this second edition has been expanded in length, breadth and depth, and provides an extensive overview of the many facets of toxicology. Also available online via ScienceDirect – featuring extensive browsing, searching, and internal cross-referencing between articles in the work, plus dynamic linking to journal articles and abstract databases, making navigation flexible and easy. For more information, pricing options and availability visit www.info.sciencedirect.com. *Second edition has been expanded to 4 volumes *Encyclopedic A-Z arrangement of chemicals and all core areas of the science of toxicology *Covers related areas such as organizations, toxic accidents, historical and social issues, and laws *New topics covered include computational toxicology, cancer potency factors, chemical accidents, non-lethal chemical weapons, drugs of abuse, and consumer products and many more!




Trace Elements in Waterlogged Soils and Sediments


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Many wetlands around the world act as sinks for pollutants, in particular for trace elements. In comparison to terrestrial environments, wetlands are still far less studied. A collaborative effort among world experts, this book brings the current knowledge concerning trace elements in temporary waterlogged soils and sediments together. It discusses factors controlling the dynamics and release kinetics of trace elements and their underlying biogeochemical processes. It also discusses current technologies for remediating sites contaminated with trace metals, and the role of bioavailability in risk assessment and regulatory decision making. This book is intended for professionals around the world in disciplines related to contaminant bioavailability in aquatic organisms, contaminant fate and transport, remediation technologies, and risk assessment of aquatic and wetland ecosystems.




Reviews of Environmental Contamination and Toxicology


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Reviews of Environmental Contamination and Toxicology provides detailed review articles concerned with aspects of chemical contaminants, including pesticides, in the total environment with toxicological considerations and consequences.




Fundamentals of Ecotoxicology


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This new edition is revised throughout and includes new and expanded information on natural resource damage assessment, the latest emerging contaminants and issues, and adds new international coverage, including case studies and rules and regulations. The text details key environmental contaminants, explores their fates in the biosphere, and discusses bioaccumulation and the effects of contaminants at increasing levels of ecological organization. Vignettes written by experts illustrate key themes or highlight especially pertinent examples. This edition offers an instructors' solution manual, PowerPoint slides, and supplemental images. Features: Adds all new discussions of natural resource damage assessment concepts and approaches Includes new vignettes written by leading guest authors Draws on materials from 2,500 cited sources, including 400+ new to this edition Adds numerous new entries to a useful glossary of 800+ terms Includes a new appendix discussing Brazilian environmental laws and regulations added to existing appendices outlining U.S., E.U., Chinese, Australian, and Indian environmental laws Fundamentals of Ecotoxicology: The Science of Pollution, Fifth Edition contains a broad overview of ecotoxicology and provides a basic understanding of the field. Designed as a textbook for use in introductory graduate or upper-level undergraduate courses in ecotoxicology, applied ecology, environmental pollution, and environmental science, it can also be used as a general reference for practicing environmental toxicologists.