Exposure Assessment

Collectively, ToxStrategies consulting scientists have decades of experience evaluating exposure to chemicals in air, water, soil, sediments, and biota, as well as in food and consumer products. Our consultants are recognized as leaders in applying state-of-the-art approaches to developing real-world estimates of exposure. Selected examples of ToxStrategies’ consulting services include the following:

  • Biomonitoring studies
    • Survey design, study protocols, institutional review boards (IRB)
    • Implementation, oversight, collaboration with medical teams
    • Data analysis and interpretation (e.g., NHANES)
  • Bioaccessibility and bioavailability studies
    • Literature review to assess value of site-specific analysis
    • Design of sampling, and analysis plans
    • Application in exposure assessments
  • Dose reconstruction
    • Re-creation of historical materials and products
    • Study design to mimic historical environments
  • Exposure simulation studies
    • Assess range and possible exposures
    • Compliance with IRB requirements
  • Proposition 65
    • Estimate exposure consistent with statutory requirements
    • Tiered approach (default assumptions to exposure simulation)
  • Assessment of exposure to VOCs associated with natural gas exploration and production
    • Screening-level, site-specific, and comprehensive human health assessments
    • Community-wide exposure assessments

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