Mercury

Toxicological Profile
For Public Health

At a glance

NCEH/ATSDR makes peer review information available to demonstrate efforts to utilize transparent and independent peer review, appropriate research methods, and the highest level of data quality. This ATSDR toxicological profile characterizes the toxicologic and adverse health effects of mercury.

Details

Title: Toxicological Profile for Mercury

Subject of planned Report: The ATSDR toxicological profile succinctly characterizes the toxicologic and adverse health effects for the substance being described.

Purpose of Planned Report: The purpose of the toxicological profile is to provide a source of toxicological and epidemiological data. Data on these hazardous substances supports public health assessment efforts.

Type of Dissemination: ISI

Timing of Review (including deferrals): July 2021

Type of Review (panel, individual or alternative procedure): Individual

Opportunities for the Public Comment (how and when): ATSDR made a draft available for public comment in May 2022.

Peer Reviewers Provided with Public Comments before the Review: No

Anticipated Number of Reviewers: 3

Primary Disciplines or Expertise: mercury; epidemiology; toxicology

Reviewers Selected by (agency or designated outside organization): CDC/ATSDR

Public Nominations Requested for Reviewers: No

Reviewers

Academic and Professional Credentials

  • PhD
  • DABT
  • FATS

Current Position Title

Principal Consultant

Organizational Affiliation(s)

Ramboll US Corporation

Areas of Expertise, Discipline, Relevant Experiences

Toxicology and environmental exposures

Recommended by Scientific/Professional
Society or General Public

No

Academic and Professional Credentials

PhD

Current Position Title

Epidemiologist

Organizational Affiliation(s)

Norwegian Institute of Public Health

Areas of Expertise, Discipline, Relevant Experiences

  • Toxicology
  • Environmental science and neuroscience
  • Nutrition

Recommended by Scientific/Professional
Society or General Public

No

Academic and Professional Credentials

PhD

Current Position Title

Associate Professor of Global Environmental Health

Organizational Affiliation(s)

Duke University

Areas of Expertise, Discipline, Relevant Experiences

  • Mercury
  • Population health
  • Biostatistics

Recommended by Scientific/Professional
Society or General Public

No

Resources

Additional elements to be added to the public posting as they become available:

Guidelines for Peer Review of Toxicological Profiles
Guidelines for peer reviewers of toxicological profiles to enable ATSDR to address your comments.
CDC/ATSDR’s Response to Reviewers’ Comments for Toxicological Profile for Mercury
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