Toxicological Profile for Toxaphene
Title: Toxicological Profile for Toxaphene
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 on hazardous substances most commonly found at hazardous waste sites and in support of public health assessments at these sites.
Type of Dissemination: ISI
Timing of Review (including deferrals): August 2010
Type of Review (panel, individual or alternative procedure): Individual
Opportunities for the Public to Comment (how and when): A draft of this profile was made available for a 90-day public comment period on October 17, 2010.
Peer Reviewers Provided with Public Comments before the Review: No
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
Peer Reviewers:
| Academic and Professional Credentials | Ph.D., Toxicology |
|---|---|
| Current Position Title | Professor, Aboriginal Environmental Health |
| Organizational Affiliation(s) | University of Northern British Columbia, Prince George, BC |
| Areas of Expertise, Discipline, Relevant Experiences |
Dr. Chan has knowledge of toxaphene’s physical and chemical properties, toxicokinetics, key health end points, mechanisms of action, human and animal exposure, and quantification of risk to humans. |
| Recommended by Scientific/Professional Society or General Public |
No |
| Academic and Professional Credentials | Ph.D., Pharmacology, University of Milan |
|---|---|
| Current Position Title | Professor, Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences |
| Organizational Affiliation(s) | University of Washington, Seattle |
| Areas of Expertise, Discipline, Relevant Experiences |
Dr. Costa has knowledge of toxaphene’s physical and chemical properties, toxicokinetics, key health end points, mechanisms of action, human and animal exposure, and quantification of risk to humans. |
| Recommended by Scientific/Professional Society or General Public |
No |
| Academic and Professional Credentials | B.S., M.S., Ph.D., M.P.H., A.T.S. |
|---|---|
| Current Position Title | Professor and Dean of Agricultural and Urban Programs |
| Organizational Affiliation(s) | Rutgers University, New Brunswick, New Jersey |
| Areas of Expertise, Discipline, Relevant Experiences |
Dr. Robson has knowledge of toxaphene’s physical and chemical properties, toxicokinetics, key health end points, mechanisms of action, human and animal exposure, and quantification of risk to humans. |
| Recommended by Scientific/Professional Society or General Public |
No |
Peer Reviewers’ Comments: Toxaphene Summary Report pdf icon[PDF – 605 KB]
CDC/ATSDR’s Response to Reviewers’ Comments: Toxaphene Formal Disposition pdf icon[PDF – 30 KB]