Use of Toxicological and Chemical Models to Prioritize DBP Research

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Develops a framework for a risk-based DBP model. Also uses structure-activity relationships as a means to project new DBPs and associated health effects. Research partner: USEPA. Published in 2006.

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Use of Toxicological and Chemical Models to Prioritize DBP Research

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Use of Toxicological and Chemical Models to Prioritize DBP Research

Use of Toxicological and Chemical Models to Prioritize DBP Research

Mammalian Cell Cytotoxicity and Genotoxicity of Disinfection By-Products

Bromate Toxicity Including Mechanisms of Cancer Induction: State-of-the-Science Report and Health Research Strategy

Development of Exposure Assessment Methods for THM and HAA in Water Distribution Systems

Impact of Haloacetic Acid MCL Revisions on DBP Exposure and Health Risk Reduction

Saltwater Threats to Drinking Water: Evaluating Risks of Corrosion and Disinfection Byproducts

Critical Evaluation and Assessment of Health and Environmental Risks from Antibiotic Resistance in Reuse and Wastewater

Case Studies on Water Sector Interdependencies