Toxicology For Nontoxicologists

Writing for nonscientific readers, Stelljes, an environmental consultant, explains toxicological concepts and shows how these concepts and their applications affect everyday life. He introduces the study of toxic chemicals on humans and the environment, with discussion of food addictives and pesticides, pollution incidents, misleading media reports on toxicology, and the limitations of current knowledge. The book also discusses the regulatory framework of environmental laws and federal organizations as it pertains to toxicology. This second edition examines emerging issues such as nanotechnology, endocrine disruptors, and vapor intrusion of chemicals in indoor air. It also includes a new case study, tracking how a new chemical comes to market, and a brief summary of the types of jobs toxicologists have. The readership for the book includes students, journalists, and general readers. Stelljes is director of risk assessment and toxicology services for SLR International Corporation. Annotation c2008 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Dr. Mark Stelljes is an environmental consultant and the director of risk assessment and toxicology services for SLR International Corp, in Martinez, California. Recently, he has also been globally involved in product stewardship, focusing on review and interpretation of toxicology studies in the registration of new chemicals and setting safe occupational exposure limits for these chemicals. Dr. Stelljes is actively involved in the Society for Risk Analysis, Society of Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry, and the Society of Toxicology.