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Measurement of risks

Conference ·
OSTI ID:6914647
This book considers the problem of risk assessment from the philosophical, statistical, and comparative viewpoints. Examines methods of risk assessment, the statistical inference of risks, genetic and cancer risks, the comparative risks of energy sources, the hazards of inhaled contaminants and contaminated drinking water, risks of prenatal exposures, and extrapolation to low doses. Offers examples from current research on the environmental hazards of toxic chemicals and ionizing radiation. Constitutes the proceedings of the Thirteenth Rochester International Conference on Environmental Toxicity. Recommended for those working in the fields of toxicology, pollution research, and public health.
OSTI ID:
6914647
Report Number(s):
CONF-800601-
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English