Nitrobenzene

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 nitrobenzene.

Details

Title: Toxicological Profile for Nitrobenzene

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): September 2020

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 April 2022.

Peer Reviewers Provided with Public Comments before the Review: No

Number of Reviewers: 3

Primary Disciplines or Expertise: toxicology; environmental health; epidemiology; medicine

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

Public Nominations Requested for Reviewers: No

Reviewers

Academic and Professional Credentials

PhD

Current Position Title

Professor, Toxicology

Organizational Affiliation(s)

Rutgers University – Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy

Areas of Expertise, Discipline, Relevant Experiences

Pharmacology and toxicology

Recommended by Scientific/Professional
Society or General Public

No

Academic and Professional Credentials

PhD

Current Position Title

Professor

Organizational Affiliation(s)

University of Cincinnati

Areas of Expertise, Discipline, Relevant Experiences

Pathology and toxicology

Recommended by Scientific/Professional
Society or General Public

No

Academic and Professional Credentials

PhD

Current Position Title

Director, Center for Environmental & Human Toxicology


Professor, College of Veterinary Medicine

Organizational Affiliation(s)

College of Medicine, and College of Public Health and Health Professions, University of Florida

Areas of Expertise, Discipline, Relevant Experiences

  • Pharmacology
  • Toxicology
  • Environmental health
  • Risk assessment
  • Bioavailability of environmental contaminants
  • Mechanisms of drug and chemical toxicity
  • Cell defense mechanisms
  • Nanomaterial toxicity
  • Carcinogenesis
  • Inhalation toxicology

Recommended by Scientific/Professional
Society or General Public

No

Resources

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Content Source
Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry
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