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One of the few books to focus on the critical problem of the correct characterization of conflicting data for an adequate risk evaluation, this title comprehensively covers the different approaches in various research areas in the US and in Europe, while also considering the ethical implications of risk evaluation. In addition, special attention is paid to the sensitive topic of potential health risks through electromagnetic fields.Written by leading experts in the field, this is an indispensable resource for policy makers and professionals in health risk assessment.
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Making Sense of Conflicting DataThe Role of Evidence in Risk CharacterizationEditors: Peter M. Wiedemann&Holger SchützPreface (Vecchia, 5 - 8 pages)1. Introduction: The Role of Evidence in Risk Characterization (Wiedemann&Schütz)2. From Scientific Analysis to Risk Policy (each 8 -10 pages)2.1. Risk Characterization and Precautionary Measures (Deventer)2.2. Risk Characterization and Policy Making (Vogel&Delfini)3. Making Sense of Conflicting Data: Evidence Characterization in Different Research Areas (each 8 -10 pages)3.1. Clinical Studies (Eikmann&Herr)3.2. Epidemiology (Schüz)3.3. Evidence Based Medicine (Katalinic)3.4. Animal Studies (Lerchl)3.5. Genotoxicology (Obe)4. Making Sense of Conflicting Data: Procedures for Characterizing Evidence (each 8 -10 pages)4.1. IARC (Cogliano)4.2. California EMF (Neutra)4.3. Swiss Approach (Röösli)4.4. Strahlenschutzkommission (SSK) (Leitgeb)4.5. MUT Approach (Evidence Maps) (Schütz&Wiedemann)5. Psychological and Ethical Aspects in Dealing with Conflicting Data (each 8 -10 pages)5.1. Traps in Causality Judgements (Thüring)5.2. Intuitive Risk Perception and Uncertainty (Schütz, Thalmann&Wiedemann)5.3. Ethical Views on Dealing with Uncertainties (Tannert&Potthast)6. Practical Implications (8 -10 pages)6.1. How to Manage Unclear Risks: A Evidence Based Framework6.1.1. Science Issues6.1.2. Perception Issues6.1.3. Policy IssuesPages without references: 150 - 180 pages
