Environmental pollutants. Human levels infant toxicity forced excretion
PhD ceremony: Ms. L. Meijer, 14.45 uur, Academiegebouw, Broerstraat 5, Groningen
Title: Environmental pollutants. Human levels infant toxicity forced excretion
Promotor(s): prof. P.J.J. Sauer
Faculty: Medical Sciences
Persistent organic pollutants (POPs) are ubiquitously present in the environment as a consequence of their use in a large variety of products. Pesticides, polychlorinated biphenyls, brominated flame retardants, phthalates and musk compounds are, among others, POPs. In conclusion, a large variety of POPs is present in the human body, leading to foetal exposure and possible infant toxicity.
| Last modified: | 13 March 2020 01.09 a.m. |
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