Newswise — World-renowned toxicologists at the University of Saskatchewan are available to comment on Health Canada's announcement that Canada will become the first country to declare chemical bisphenol A hazardous and ban it from baby bottles.
John Giesy, a Canada Research Chair in Environmental Toxicology, developed a test called H295R Steroidogenesis Assay that screens for endocrine (hormone) disruptors like those found in certain plastic bottles. He began developing the test when the United States' Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) called on him to find a test for toxins in consumer products that did not require animals as test subjects.
Last month the toxicologist was selected to sit on the United States Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) prestigious Science Advisory Board. As a member of the board, Giesy will provide independent advice on proposed EPA policies and potentially controversial decisions on environmental issues.
Giesy's research partner, Markus Hecker, is also available to comment.
About U of S (www.usask.ca): The University of Saskatchewan is one of the leading medical doctoral universities in Canada. With 58 degrees, diplomas and certificates in over 100 areas of study, the university is uniquely positioned in the areas of human, animal and plant studies. World-class research facilities, renowned faculty and award-winning students make the U of S a leader in post-secondary education.
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