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NIBIOs employees contribute to several hundred scientific articles and research reports every year. You can browse or search in our collection which contains references and links to these publications as well as other research and dissemination activities. The collection is continously updated with new and historical material.

2013

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The combined effect of plant protection products (PPPs) in Norwegian streams, rivers and shallow ground water was assessed for the potential risk to non-target organisms by cumulative risk assessment. Risk quotients were calculated based on available effect data for algae, crustaceans, fish and aquatic plants, and measured environmental concentrations of PPPs at six different sampling sites in Norway. Four out of the six sites obtained a risk quotient above one which is indicative of risk. The risk at each site appeared to be driven by a few compounds and these toxicity drivers for the risk of combined toxicity of PPPs were identified for future consideration of mitigation measures.

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Overview of the chemical suppliers' perspectives and impact on innovation in the wood treating industry Methods: Personal Interviews Data Source: 14 interviews of managers in three chemical companies and three of their customers Key Findings: 1) Managers of companies manufacturing wood preservatives see their customer base as highly conservative and lacking innovation. 2) Big box retailers have an important impact on innovation in the wood treating sector. 3) Chemical suppliers are important for both product