The Expanding Role of Predictive Toxicology: An Update on the (Q)SAR Models for Mutagens and Carcinogens
- 6 March 2007
- journal article
- review article
- Published by Informa UK Limited in Journal of Environmental Science and Health, Part C
- Vol. 25 (1), 53-97
- https://doi.org/10.1080/10590500701201828
Abstract
Different regulatory schemes worldwide, and in particular, the preparation for the new REACH (Registration, Evaluation and Authorization of CHemicals) legislation in Europe, increase the reliance on estimation methods for predicting potential chemical hazard. To meet the increased expectations, the availability of valid (Q)SARs becomes a critical issue, especially for endpoints that have complex mechanisms of action, are time-and cost-consuming, and require a large number of animals to test. Here, findings from the survey on (Q)SARs for mutagenicity and carcinogenicity, initiated by the European Chemicals Bureau (ECB) and carried out by the Istituto Superiore di Sanita' are summarized, key aspects are discussed, and a broader view towards future needs and perspectives is given.Keywords
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