While current methods used in ecological risk assessments for pesticides are largely deterministic, probabilistic methods that aim to quantify variability and uncertainty in exposure and effects are attracting growing interest from industries and governments. Probabilistic methods offer more realistic and meaningful estimates of risk and hence, potentially, a better basis for decision-making. Application of Uncertainty Analysis to Ecological Risks of Pesticides examines the applicability of probabilistic methods for ecological risk assessment for pesticides and explores their appropriateness for general use.
The book presents specific methods leading to probabilistic decisions concerning the registration and application of pesticides and includes case studies illustrating the application of statistical methods. The authors discuss Bayesian inference, first-order error analysis, first-order (non-hierarchical) Monte Carlo methods, second-order Bayesian and Monte Carlo methods, interval analysis, and probability bounds analysis. They then examine how these methods can be used in assessments for other environmental stressors and contaminants.
There are many methods of analyzing variability and uncertainty and many ways of presenting the results. Inappropriate use of these methods leads to misleading results, and experts differ on what is appropriate. Disagreement about which methods are appropriate will result in wasted resources, conflict over findings, and reduced credibility with decision makers and the public. There is, therefore, a need to reach a consensus on how to choose and use appropriate methods, and to present this in the form of guidance for prospective users. Written in a clear and concise style, the book examines how to use probabilistic methods within a risk-based decision paradigm.
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Название: Green Pesticides Handbook ISBN: 1498759386 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781498759380 Издательство: Taylor&Francis Рейтинг: Цена: 35218.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Green pesticides, also called ecological pesticides, are pesticides derived from organic sources which are considered environmentally friendly and are causing less harm to human and animal health and to habitats and the ecosystem. Essential oils based insecticides started have amazing features. This book gives a full spectrum of the whole range of essential oil based pesticides that may be used in pest control. It discusses the uses and limitations, including the recent advances in this area. It describes the metabolism and mode of action, and provides the present status of essential oil based pesticide residues in foodstuffs, soil and water.
Автор: Maltby, Lorraine , Arnold, Dave , Arts, Gertie Название: Aquatic Macrophyte Risk Assessment for Pesticides ISBN: 0367384922 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780367384920 Издательство: Taylor&Francis Рейтинг: Цена: 10104.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
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Given the essential role that primary producers play in aquatic ecosystems, it is imperative that the potential risk of pesticides to the structure and functioning of aquatic plants is adequately assessed. An integration of regulatory and research information from key specialists in the area of environmental regulation, Aquatic Macrophyte Risk Assessment for Pesticides provides a state-of-the-art guide to ecotoxicological risk assessment. Written by well-known experts in the field of aquatic risk assessment, this book is a practical reference for the assessment of the risk of pesticides with herbicidal activity to aquatic macrophytes.
The book supplies a concise, coherent, and science-based view from influential regulators, academics, and industry scientists. They address the selection of additional species, critical regulatory endpoints, and assessing the risk of plant protection products to aquatic macrophytes. They also present a clear description of key issues in macrophyte risk assessment, information on macrophyte test methods, suitable measurement endpoints, and data evaluation and interpretation.
Filled with recommendations distilled from existing regulatory experiences of aquatic macrophyte risk assessment, the book includes case studies to identify issues, data gaps, and inadequacies in study design. It also identifies improvements to risk assessment that could be implemented immediately and those for which further research is needed. An authoritative resource, the book points the way to an improved approach to aquatic macrophyte risk assessment.
Автор: Brock, Theo C. Название: Linking Aquatic Exposure and Effects ISBN: 1439813477 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781439813478 Издательство: Taylor&Francis Рейтинг: Цена: 33686.00 р. Наличие на складе: Поставка под заказ.
Автор: Nowell, Lisa H. Название: Pesticides in Stream Sediment and Aquatic Biota ISBN: 0367579049 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780367579043 Издательство: Taylor&Francis Рейтинг: Цена: 7501.00 р. Наличие на складе: Поставка под заказ.
Автор: Ecobichon, Donald J. Название: Pesticides and Neurological Diseases ISBN: 0849343615 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780849343612 Издательство: Taylor&Francis Рейтинг: Цена: 24499.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Автор: Cheremisinoff, Nicholas P Название: Toxic Properties of Pesticides ISBN: 082479253X ISBN-13(EAN): 9780824792534 Издательство: Taylor&Francis Рейтинг: Цена: 42874.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Автор: Maser, Chris Название: Handbook of Pesticides ISBN: 0367577275 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780367577278 Издательство: Taylor&Francis Рейтинг: Цена: 7501.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: This handbook provides a systematic description of the principles, procedures, and technology of the modern analytical techniques used in the detection, extraction, clean up, and determination of pesticide residues in the environment. Analyzing the historical background of pesticides and emerging trends in pesticide regulation, it discusses vari
Автор: Mcmahon, Patrick E. (benedictine University, Organic Chemistry And General Chemistry, Lisle, Illinois, Usa) Khomtchouk, Bohdan B. (university Of Miami Название: Generational divide? age-related aspects of political transformation in post-crisis southern europe ISBN: 1032346914 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781032346915 Издательство: Taylor&Francis Рейтинг: Цена: 15310.00 р. Наличие на складе: Поставка под заказ.
Описание: First published in 1988, The Bhopal Syndrome documents one of world`s worst industrial disaster: The Bhopal gas tragedy of 1984.
Название: Green Pesticides Handbook ISBN: 0367877023 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780367877026 Издательство: Taylor&Francis Рейтинг: Цена: 13779.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Green pesticides, also called ecological pesticides, are pesticides derived from organic sources which are considered environmentally friendly and are causing less harm to human and animal health and to habitats and the ecosystem. Essential oils based insecticides started have amazing features. This book gives a full spectrum of the whole range
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