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EDC Science Weekly, Aug. 11-24, 2023

Post author:HEEDS
Post published:August 24, 2023
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A summary of articles on endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs) added to PubMed over the past two weeks. Science highlightsEvents Contents: Regulations/Policy, Methods/Tools/Screening, Commentaries, Reviews, Human Health Studies, Laboratory Studies, Exposure/Environment Studies Regulations/Policy Microplastics in…

EDC Science Weekly, Aug. 4-10, 2023

Post author:HEEDS
Post published:August 10, 2023
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A summary of articles on endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs) added to PubMed this week. Note: this newsletter will not be published next week due to vacation. Science highlightsEvents Contents: Regulations/Policy, Methods/Tools/Screening, Commentaries,…

EDC Science Weekly, July 28 – Aug. 3, 2023

Post author:HEEDS
Post published:August 3, 2023
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A summary of articles on endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs) added to PubMed this week. Science highlightsEvents Contents: Regulations/Policy, Methods/Tools/Screening, Commentaries, Reviews, Human Health Studies, Laboratory Studies, Exposure/Environment Studies Regulations/Policy Could the world go…

EDC Science Weekly, July 21 – 27, 2023

Post author:HEEDS
Post published:July 27, 2023
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A summary of articles on endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs) added to PubMed or published this week. Science highlightsEvents Contents: Regulations/Policy, Methods/Tools/Screening, Commentaries, Reviews, Human Health Studies, Laboratory Studies, Exposure/Environment Studies Regulations/Policy Innovate beyond…

HEEDS Congratulates Drs. Andrea Gore and Changcheng Zhou, Recipients of the 2023 NIEHS RIVER Grant Award

Post author:HEEDS
Post published:July 26, 2023
Post category:Blog

EDC Researchers Andrea Gore and Changcheng Zhou are the 2023 recipients of the NIEHS RIVER (Revolutionizing Innovative, Visionary Environmental Health Research) Grant Award.The RIVER (R35) grant is NIEHS’ most prestigious…

EDC Science Weekly, July 14-20, 2023

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Post published:July 20, 2023
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EDC Science Weekly, July 7-13, 2023

Post author:HEEDS
Post published:July 13, 2023
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Lou Guillette, Jr. Outstanding Young Investigator Award

Post author:HEEDS
Post published:July 7, 2023
Post category:Blog

We are now accepting applications! Due Sept. 30, 2024.HEEDS sponsors an award of $5,000 to honor our colleague Lou Guillette, Jr. This award is given annually to an outstanding young…

EDC Science Weekly, June 30 – July 6, 2023

Post author:HEEDS
Post published:July 6, 2023
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EDC Science Weekly, June 23-29, 2023

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Post published:June 29, 2023
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Lou Guillette Jr. Memorial Symposium
by Sarah Howard on December 16, 2024 at 3:52 pm
On March 14-15, 2025, HEEDS is hosting the Lou Guillette Jr. Memorial Symposium on endocrine disrupting science at the University of Florida. It will celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Guillette, gather together his trainees and colleagues, and focus on the research topics that Lou made famous. Information here.
Endocrine-disrupting chemicals: hazards and opportunities (ECHO) course
by Sarah Howard on December 16, 2024 at 3:50 pm
This course focuses on the chemical, biological, and societal challenges of endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) and new opportunities for moving forward. ECHO is a two-week intensive bootcamp-style career development course for graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and professionals in the field. It is held at Woods Hole, Massachusetts.
Webinar: EDC exposure and gonadal function: consequences and interventions
by Sarah Howard on December 16, 2024 at 3:36 pm
This two part webinar series is sponsored by the Endocrine Society's Special Interest Group (SIG) on endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs). The first webinar is scheduled for Jan. 30, 2025, and the second for Feb. 13.

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The plastics crisis: A neuropsychiatric problem hidden in plain sight
by EHN Curators on December 18, 2024 at 7:47 pm
The impact of plastics on health is an area of increasing concern.
Scientists lay out new framework to identify toxics contributing to metabolic disorders
by Katherine McMahon,Sarah Howard on December 17, 2024 at 10:00 am
A new consensus statement published in Nature Reviews Endocrinology proposes a set of 12 characteristics that can be used to identify metabolic-disrupting agents - chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and environmental hazards that increase the risk of metabolic disorders like diabetes and obesity. “This approach will enable a more comprehensive mechanistic understanding of how environmental chemicals and other agents disrupt metabolism and cause adverse outcomes.”
2024 Lou Guillette Jr Outstanding Young Investigator Award Winner: Dr. Chris Kassotis
by Sarah Howard on December 16, 2024 at 4:00 pm
Chris Kassotis, Ph.D., is the 2024 winner of the Lou Guillette, Jr. Outstanding Young Investigator Award, sponsored by Healthy Environment and Endocrine Disruptor Strategies (HEEDS). The award, in honor of scientist and mentor Lou Guillette, Jr., is given to an early-career scientist working in some aspect of endocrine disruptor research. The Kassotis lab focuses on understanding endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs) and mixtures, and their potential impacts on human and animal health, with a particular focus on metabolic health. He takes on critical public health issues, such as the health effects of chemicals found in fracking fluids and in artificial turf.

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Pesticide industry fights state efforts to regulate PFAS in farming
by EHN Curators on December 19, 2024 at 11:21 am
Pesticide trade groups are using lobbyists and grassroots networks to delay state laws aimed at curbing PFAS contamination in food and water, citing economic concerns. Lisa Held reports for Civil Eats.
Safe drinking water law marks 50 years, but challenges persist
by EHN Curators on December 19, 2024 at 11:19 am
Fifty years after the Safe Drinking Water Act became law, millions still lack reliable access to clean water, particularly in marginalized communities and small towns. Brett Walton reports for Circle of Blue.
RFK Jr. plans to eliminate fluoride in water, but states hold the power
by EHN Curators on December 18, 2024 at 11:47 am
President-elect Donald Trump's health appointee, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., aims to end fluoride in drinking water nationwide, but many states maintain mandates that the federal government cannot override. Hannah Recht reports for The Washington Post.