Franz-Xaver Reichl – författare

This 2nd edition of the Handbook "Regulatory Toxicology" was written and updated by experts for professionals, scientists and all those involved in toxicological data generation and decision-making. It includes a number of new chapters that cover recent developments, such as regulation of nanoparticles, illicit designer drugs or tattoos.

Gain practical knowledge of the entire field of toxicology with this beautifully illustrated guide

The Illustrated Handbook of Toxicology is an impressive introduction to the complex field of toxicology. It also serves as a hands-on guide to various poison treatments and offers supplemental public health information.

Each two-page unit features concise text on the left complemented by full-color illustrations on the opposing page. The expert author distinguishes harmful toxic substances and catalogues their specific effects on the human body, plants, animals, and the surrounding environment. The handbook also addresses cutting-edge topics, including biological warfare, modern toxicological methods, and threshold values.

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Extensive glossary of key toxicological terms provides readers with the accurate information they need to avoid dangerous confusion This is the ideal text for all medical students who want to supplement the toxicological information covered in their coursework, as well as for first responders to chemical accidents and poisonings.

Führende Experten geben Einblick in die grundlegenden Prozesse der toxikologischen Regulierung. Die wichtigen Fragen zu Risikoanalyse, Risikobewertung und Risikomanagement werden jeweils in einem eigenen Kapitel beantwortet. Weitere Themen gelten den neuesten Arbeitsmethoden und Beurteilungsgrundlagen, dem Spannungsfeld zwischen naturwissenschaftlichen Argumenten und weltanschaulichen Aspekten sowie den Grundlagen von Gesundheits-, Verbraucher-, Umwelt- und Arbeitsschutz. Ein "Muss" für alle, die in Behörden, Industrie, Universitäten oder anderen Institutionen mit der toxikologischen Beurteilung und Beratung befasst sind.