The third edition of the Encyclopedia of Toxicology continues its comprehensive survey of toxicology. This new edition presents entries devoted to key concepts and specific chemicals and is updated to reflect current advances in the field of toxicology. Encyclopedia of Toxicology, 3rd edition contains new and revised entries covering nanotoxicology, epigenetics, persistent organic pollutants, computational toxicology and bioinformatics, controversial chemicals and much more. Along with the traditional scientifically based entries, new articles focus on worldwide initiatives, the potential health and environmental effects of new technologies and the societal implications of global legal and regulatory issues. With thoroughly updated articles, references and resources for recommended reading, the third edition has been expanded in length, breadth and depth, and continues to provide an extensive overview of the many facets of toxicology. Encyclopedic A-Z arrangement makes it easy to access content on chemicals and all core areas of toxicologyThoroughly updated with the latest advances in toxicology, including epigenetics, nanotoxicology, computational toxicology and translational toxicology New topics covered include implications of global legal and regulatory issues, persistent organic pollutants, REACH, SAICM, E-Waste and many more! INDICE: The Encyclopedia of Toxicology, Third Edition includes over 1,100 chapters across all the major issues and subjects in toxicology including: Medicinal Uses of ToxinsDevelopmental ToxicologyMarine Toxins and VenomsGlobal Climate ChangeEnvironmental Toxicology, and Ecotoxicology
- ISBN: 978-0-12-386454-3
- Editorial: Academic Press
- Encuadernacion: Cartoné
- Páginas: 3552
- Fecha Publicación: 13/05/2014
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés