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The Board on Environmental Studies and Toxicology was formed in February 1986 from the merger of the Board on Toxicology and Environmental Health Hazards (est. 1977) and the Environmental Studies Board (est. 1967). Our mission is to provide our nation with independent, objective advice and dialog on matters related to the impacts of human activities and environmental exposures on environmental quality, human health, and ecosystems.

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A Vision for Continental-Scale Biology (CSB): Research Across Multiple Scales

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This report sets out a vision for the development of CSB and identifies the research areas that could most benefit from multi-scale approaches.

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Share Your Perspective: Cabin Air Quality in Passenger Aircraft

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Sep 15, 2025

The Interplay Between Environmental Exposures and Mental Health Outcomes - A Workshop

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Jul 23, 2025

Understanding Microplastics: Insights from Experts on Environmental and Human Health

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Sep 24, 2024

New Report — Review of EPA’s Use of Title 42 Special Hiring Authority

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Mar 7, 2024

New Report Provides Scientific Review of EPA's Draft Formaldehyde Assessment

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Aug 9, 2023

New Report Recommends EPA Develop Framework for Evaluating New Approach Methods for Toxicity Testing

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Jun 16, 2023

To Improve Methods for Estimating the Life Cycle Greenhouse Gas Emissions of Low-Carbon Transportation Fuels, More Research and Focused Verification of Emissions Needed

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Oct 19, 2022

Current EPA Framework Effective for Evaluating Scientific Evidence Used in Setting National Ambient Air Quality Standards, Says New Report

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Oct 14, 2022

EPA Should Conduct Ecological Risk Assessment of UV Filters Found in Sunscreen to Understand Their Impact on Aquatic Environments, Says New Report

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Aug 9, 2022

New Report Calls for Expanded PFAS Testing for People With History of Elevated Exposure, Offers Advice for Clinical Treatment

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Jul 28, 2022

Biodiversity at Risk — New Booklet

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Jan 27, 2022

New Report Recommends Changes to Handbook for EPA’s Integrated Risk Information System Assessments

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Nov 30, 2021

National Science Foundation Should Create Next-Generation Earth Systems Science Initiative, New Report Says

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Sep 22, 2021

New Biennial Review Says Stronger Science Support Needed as Everglades Restoration Pivots from Planning to Operations

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Mar 16, 2021

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National Academies Recommend Changes to EPA’s TSCA Systematic Review Process

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Feb 16, 2021

National Academies Complete Review of National Toxicology Program’s Second Draft Monograph on Fluoride Exposure and Neurodevelopmental and Cognitive Effects

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Feb 9, 2021

Eliminating Lead Emissions From Small Aircraft Will Require Concerted Efforts Across the Aviation Sector, Says New Report

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Jan 12, 2021

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