How Did that Chemical from My TV End Up in Me and an Arctic Fish?

How Did that Chemical from My TV End Up in Me and an Arctic Fish?

Miriam Diamond - University of Toronto

We are exposed to thousands of chemicals, some of which are or could be of concern for our health. In this talk, we follow the journey of flame retardants that are commonly used in, for example, electrical and electronic products, from their source to final destination in people and the environment far from their point of use. The journey illustrates the complexities and challenges of understanding and effectively managing chemicals in today's fast-paced consumer world. Ensuring that legislative reform keeps pace with these challenges is key to ensuring the long term effectiveness of Canada's Chemical Management Plan.

Miriam Diamond is an internationally-recognized expert on toxic chemicals. She is a Professor at University of Toronto and co-chair of the Canadian Chemical Management Plan Science Committee. In 2007, she was named Environmental Scientist of the Year by the Royal Geographic Society of Canada. She sits on the boards or advisory committees of the International Panel on Chemical Pollution, San Francisco Estuary Institute Emerging Chemicals Working Group, and the Canadian Environmental Law Association.

The presentation will be in English.