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Project #3085

Toxicological Relevance of EDCs and Pharmaceuticals in Drinking Water

$639,295
Completed
Principal Investigator
Shane
Snyder
Research Manager
Dr. Djanette Khiari
Contractor
Southern Nevada Water Authority
Reuse
Endocrine Disrupting Compounds, Pharmaceuticals & Personal Care Products (EDCs & PPCPs)
Risk Assessment
Final Report

Abstract

Conducts an extensive literature review on the known toxicity of EDCs and pharmaceuticals including naturally occurring EDCs and pharmaceutically active compounds. Analyzes various raw and finished drinking waters for a suite of EDCs and pharmaceuticals, and screens various bottled waters, beverages, and food products. Also uses an in vitro bioassay to assess the estrogenicity of various waters, beverages, and foods. Conducts risk assessments for chemicals of interest based on findings. Tailored Collaboration partner: Southern Nevada Water Authority. Published in 2008.

Originally funded as WERF project Reuse-04-03