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20. July 2023, Topic: Soil Ecotoxicology , Risk Assessment

EU proposes new law for soil protection

EU proposes new law for soil protection

On 5 July 2023, the EU proposed a new law to improve soil protection in Europe and ensure that soils are used sustainably. However, the law falls short of original expectations.

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22. June 2023, Topic: Aquatic Ecotoxicology , Soil Ecotoxicology , Sediment Ecotoxicology , Risk Assessment

Workshop on risk communication on PFAS

Workshop on risk communication on PFAS

For a workshop on risk communication on PFAS, the Ecotox Centre has brought together experts from administration, associations, organisations and media to exchange views on this topic and to learn about possible pitfalls. The SCAHT was also involved in organising the event.

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13. June 2023, Topic: Aquatic Ecotoxicology , Soil Ecotoxicology , Sediment Ecotoxicology , Risk Assessment

Roundtable on microplastics at the French Embassy

Roundtable on microplastics at the French Embassy

At the invitation of the French Embassy, the Ecotox Centre has co-organised a round table on microplastic pollution in the Alpine region.

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31. May 2023, Topic: Aquatic Ecotoxicology , Soil Ecotoxicology , Sediment Ecotoxicology , Risk Assessment

Ecotox Centre Dialogue Day on 31. August 2023 in Solothurn

Ecotox Centre Dialogue Day on 31. August 2023 in Solothurn

The increasing number of chemicals in waters, sediments and soils makes it ever more important to assess their risk and understand their consequences for ecosystem quality. On our dialogue day, we inform you about our projects and offer discussion platforms on current topics.

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25. May 2023, Topic: Aquatic Ecotoxicology , Soil Ecotoxicology , Sediment Ecotoxicology , Risk Assessment

SETAC GLB Meeting in Muttenz, 11.-13.9.2023

SETAC GLB Meeting in Muttenz, 11.-13.9.2023

The Ecotox Centre invites you to the annual meeting of the SETAC GLB, which will take place in Muttenz from 11-13 September 2023.

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17. May 2023, Topic: Aquatic Ecotoxicology , Sediment Ecotoxicology , Risk Assessment

Bioassays and biomarkers to assess water and sediment quality

Bioassays and biomarkers to assess water and sediment quality

The Ecotox Centre used numerous bioassays and biomarkers to investigate the water quality at 17 sites. The ecotoxicological risks were determined on the basis of the bioassays and compared with the risks determined on the basis of chemical measurements. Based on the results, the Centre proposes suitable methods for routine use.

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17. May 2023, Topic: Aquatic Ecotoxicology , Risk Assessment

Assessment of water quality with a bioassay battery

Assessment of water quality with a bioassay battery

A comprehensive study on the assessment of water quality in Switzerland shows that chemical measurements and bioassays complement each other. While risks to fish were detected more sensitively with bioassays, chemical analysis was the more sensitive method for risks to invertebrates from pyrethroid insecticides. The Ecotox Centre proposes a bioassay battery for routine testing.

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17. May 2023, Topic: Aquatic Ecotoxicology , Sediment Ecotoxicology , Risk Assessment

Assessment of sediment quality with a bioassay battery

Assessment of sediment quality with a bioassay battery

The Ecotox Centre proposes a battery of three bioassays to determine the quality of sediments and to complement chemical analysis. The test with ostracods reacts particularly sensitively and is suitable as a screening method for biological effects.

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17. May 2023, Topic: Aquatic Ecotoxicology , Risk Assessment , Sediment Ecotoxicology

Assessment of water quality with biomarkers in brown trout

Assessment of water quality with biomarkers in brown trout

Biomarkers detect effects of pollutants on wildlife early and sensitively and complement chemical measurements. Further studies on the natural variability of the method are needed.

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10. May 2023, Topic: Aquatic Ecotoxicology , Sediment Ecotoxicology , Risk Assessment

Ecotox Centre gets to the bottom of the fish decline in the Suze

Ecotox Centre gets to the bottom of the fish decline in the Suze

The fish population and the number of small animals in the Suze have declined sharply. In order to estimate the pollution of the Suze, the Ecotox Centre examines water and sediment using various bioassays.

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