The EPA and the SC Johnson manufacturer faced a critical challenge: assessing the efficacy and safety of insect repellent products containing Picaridin and PMD (p-Menthane-3,8-diol) for consumer use. They needed reliable data to determine how well these products protected users from mosquito bites and evaluate the potential chemical exposure risks associated with repeated topical application. […]
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The EPA had growing concerns about the acute inhalation toxicity of acrolein, a chemical commonly released during combustion processes and prevalent in various industrial environments. Known for its potential adverse effects on respiratory health, acrolein poses a risk to workers and the general population. However, there was limited data on its acute effects at various
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The EPA approached us with a critical concern: workers in industrial and janitorial settings could face significant health risks from exposure to antimicrobial solutions used during immersion, dip, and soak (IDS) tasks. These chemicals, essential for maintaining hygiene in high-risk environments, posed unknown risks when workers were exposed to them regularly. The client needed a
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We advised on a project aimed at developing a comprehensive smoke-ready plan for communities at increasing risk of wildfires due to climate change and changing land use patterns. The lead agencies for the project were the EPA and the U.S. Forest Service. The scope of the work was to identify the factors contributing to the
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We reviewed a project that evaluated the health impacts of wildfires on vulnerable populations. Led by the EPA, the project aimed to assess the spatial distribution of health effects and to develop targeted interventions for those at risk of cardiovascular and respiratory issues, especially following severe wildfire seasons. This review provided high-level interdisciplinary guidance. This
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We advised on a project that assessed the impacts of environmental conditions on the health effects of wildfire smoke and air pollution mixtures. The lead agency for this project was the EPA. The scope of work identifying the health risks associated with pollutant mixtures and changing environmental conditions aligns closely with the current proposal’s objective
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We evaluated the health impacts of air pollution exposure on vulnerable populations. The lead agency for this project was the EPA. This project’s scope and the current proposal involve spatial analysis and the evaluation of environmental health risks. The focus on protecting public health in areas affected by air pollution aligns closely with the current
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We reviewed a project to assess the impact of climate change on coastal wetlands and their associated communities. The lead agency for this project was the EPA. This project’s scope centered around the potential effects of rising sea levels and increased storm frequency on the ecological health of wetlands and the livelihoods of communities dependent
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