Superfund Research Program
In Situ Sampling Tool for Assessing Bioavailability and Toxicity of Sediments
Project Leaders: Rolf Ulrich Halden, Nancy D. Denslow (University of Florida)
Grant Number: R01ES020889
Funding Period: 2011-2014
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News Items List
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FDA ban on antibacterials in soaps informed by SRP research
Environmental Factor - October 2016
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a rule Sept. 2 banning 19 antibacterial chemicals as ingredients in over-the-counter (OTC) antibacterial hand and body washes. Development of the final rule was informed by research that included several studies from scientists supported by the NIEHS Superfund Research Program (SRP).
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Device improves detection of pollutants in water and sediment
Paper of the Month - April 2016
NIEHS-supported researchers have developed and tested a new device for detecting and analyzing pollution in water and sediment. The instrument provides information about the presence and relative risk of chemicals of concern, while offering better accuracy, cost, and versatility than existing methods.
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Research supported by NIEHS informs policy and regulatory discussion
Environmental Factor - February 2014
NIEHS-funded researchers found themselves at center stage in the national discussion concerning policy and regulatory issues related to environmental public health.