A new ILSI Europe paper addresses the ambiguity of chemical contaminants BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – Chemical contaminants in food represent a significant challenge for risk assessment and management. Definitions and interpretations differ among regulatory bodies and stakeholders. This ambiguity arises from a lack of consensus on what constitutes a “food contaminant” and on the criteria that …
In the ever-evolving landscape of modern science and research, staying ahead of the curve is a necessity. The field of toxicological hazard and risk assessment for Food Safety is experiencing a shift towards New Approach Methodologies (NAMs) – replacement technologies for use in assessing chemical or drug toxicity-, which are increasingly being used for regulatory …
Training on New Approach Methodologies in toxicology: dates announced! Read More »
Amidst the global push to reduce reliance on animal testing, a groundbreaking shift towards human cells and tissue-based models is gaining rapid momentum. This transformation is not only ethically significant but also holds immense scientific promise across various research and testing fields. The Human Tissues Short Survey launched by ILSI Europe is a 6-minute questionnaire …
In the ever-evolving landscape of modern science and research, staying ahead of the curve is a necessity. The field of toxicological hazard and risk assessment for Food Safety is experiencing a shift towards New Approach Methodologies (NAMs) – replacement technologies for use in assessing chemical or drug toxicity-, which are increasingly being used for regulatory …
