Environmental Epidemiology Effects of Environmental Chemicals on Human Health |
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| Editor:
| Draper, William M. |
| Series title: | Advances in Chemistry Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-0-8412-2517-6 |
| Publication Date: | May 1994 |
| Publisher: | American Chemical Society
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $45.00 |
Book Description:
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Provides an introduction to the basic principles and methods of environmental epidemiology. Chapters are arranged in four sections covering nomenclature and the design and interpretation of epidemiological studies; toxicology and toxicological risk assessment; applications of epidemiological methods in humans studies; and the unique constraints of epidemiological research. Case studies of both organic and inorganic pollutants demonstrate the application of the principles and illustrate...
More DescriptionProvides an introduction to the basic principles and methods of environmental epidemiology. Chapters are arranged in four sections covering nomenclature and the design and interpretation of epidemiological studies; toxicology and toxicological risk assessment; applications of epidemiological methods in humans studies; and the unique constraints of epidemiological research. Case studies of both organic and inorganic pollutants demonstrate the application of the principles and illustrate the most up-to-date techniques, current thinking, and controversies.