Our research concerns areas that are central to toxicological risk assessment, from the perspectives of exposure and chemical risks within the population and in the working life. Exposure and effects are studied in advanced cell systems in vitro as well as in studies with volunteers. Furthermore, the unit's research includes various applications of modeling, risk assessment and prevention.
Photo: Ulf SirbornOur research focuses on patho-physiological mechanisms behind the development of chronic bronchitis and COPD, the 3rd leading cause of death world-wide. Both tobacco induced and non-tobacco causes, including use of electronic cigarettes, air pollution, exposure to nanoparticles, biomass smoke exposure, occupational exposure such as farming etc are included.
Photo: Privat bildTowards a safe and sustainable use of chemicals. We want to give the scientific support needed to ensure a high level of protection of human health and to promote new approaches for assessment of hazards of chemicals.
Photo: Adam Fredholm AFA FörsäkringOur research concerns identification, assessment and management of hazardous substances.
