Video Documentary - Introduction & Regulatory perspectives

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Introduction (1 min)  &  Regulatory perspectives  (8 mins)

 

Interviews with regulators, including ECHA and national regulators on how they see the role and potential of QSAR models within REACH. 

 

 

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Related FAQ

What is ORCHESTRA?

ORCHESTRA is an EU project, funded to disseminate recent research on computer-based in silico methods for evaluating the toxicity of chemicals.

•• In silico methods make it possible to test large numbers of chemicals (as required by EU REACH legislation) while reducing the numbers of tests on animals.

The aim of the project is therefore to promote wider understanding, awareness and appropriate use of in silico methods.

Learn more here
 

How can this project/site help me?

If you are not familiar with in-silico methods, download the introductory leaflet, study the online course and read the ORCHESTRA e-book “Theory, guidance and applications on QSAR and REACH”;
for users of in silico / QSAR methods, there are resource links on this site;
to hear discussion of the issues and priorities, watch the documentary video;
if you want to know more, keep an eye on the posted events & activities
 

Why does industry need to know about in silico methods?

The REACH legislation puts the responsibility on industry to provide the necessary toxicity information on each substance which they manufacture, distribute and market, and to assess and manage the risks linked to those substances.  This is the principle of ‘no data, no market’.  Industry are therefore a key stakeholder in influencing the future use of in silico methods.  

For further information, see the page ‘Why use in silico methods?’ on this site.  It outlines why industry needs to use in silico methods, or at least know about them.

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