RDX

Toxicological Profile

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 succinctly characterizes the toxicologic and adverse health effects of RDX.

Details

Title: Toxicological Profile for RDX

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 hazardous substances most commonly found at hazardous waste sites support public health assessment efforts.

Type of Dissemination: ISI

Timing of Review (including deferrals): April 2010

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

Opportunities for Public Comment (how and when): A draft was made available on July 30, 2010. The draft was available for a 90-day public comment period.

Peer Reviewers Provided with Public Comments before the Review: Yes

Anticipated Number of Reviewers: 3 or fewer

Primary Disciplines or Expertise: toxicology, environmental health, chemistry

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

Public Nominations Requested for Reviewers: No

Charge to Peer Reviewers: DTEM Charge to Peer Reviewers

Reviewers

Academic and Professional Credentials
Ph.D., Ecotoxicology
Current Position Title
Senior Scientist
Organizational Affiliation(s)
SpecPro, Inc., Vicksburg, MS
Areas of Expertise, Discipline, Relevant
Experiences
Dr. Gong has knowledge of RDX’s:
  • Physical and chemical properties
  • Toxicokinetics
  • Key health end points
  • Mechanisms of action
  • Human and animal exposure
  • Quantification of risk to humans

Recommended by Scientific/Professional
Society or General Public
No

Academic and Professional Credentials
  • B.Sc.
  • M.Sc.
  • Ph.D.
Current Position Title
Associate Director of Toxicology, McLaughlin Center for Population Health Risk Assessmsent
Organizational Affiliation(s)
University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Ontario
Areas of Expertise, Discipline, Relevant
Experiences
Dr. Kacew has knowledge of RDX’s:

  • Physical and chemical properties
  • Toxicokinetics
  • Key health end points
  • Mechanisms of action
  • Human and animal exposure
  • Quantification of risk to humans
Recommended by Scientific/Professional
Society or General Public
No

Academic and Professional Credentials
Ph.D.
Current Position Title
Associate Professor, Department of Toxicology, College of Health Sciences
Organizational Affiliation(s)
University of Louisiana at Monroe, Monroe, LA
Areas of Expertise, Discipline, Relevant
Experiences
Dr. Meyer has knowledge of RDX’s:
  • Physical and chemical properties
  • Toxicokinetics
  • Key health end points
  • Mechanisms of action
  • Human and animal exposure
  • Quantification of risk to humans
Recommended by Scientific/Professional
Society or General Public
No

Resources

Peer Reviewers’ Comments: RDX Summary Report
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CDC/ATSDR’s Response to Reviewers’ Comments for Toxicological Profile for RDX
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The ISI/HISA Dissemination Itself
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Content Source:
Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry