Re-evaluating the toxic threat of multiple pesticides in food

This whitepaper examines the risks associated with exposure to multiple pesticide residues in food and the limitations of current assessment approaches. It highlights how combined exposure can lead to additive, antagonistic, or synergistic toxic effects, complicating evaluation of potential health impacts.

The paper explores advances in cumulative risk assessment, including the use of New Approach Methodologies (NAMs), multi-omics technologies, and Adverse Outcome Pathways (AOPs) to better understand mechanisms of toxicity. Emerging concepts such as AOP 'footprinting' are presented as tools to improve risk prediction and support more harmonised regulatory frameworks.

Resource details:

• Resource type: Whitepaper
• Page count: 9
• Read time: 14 mins