Explain and apply exposure science methods used in life-cycle and comparative risk assessments.
Use and evaluate basic tools for mass-balance, fate modeling, intake fraction, and effect factor estimation
Review underlying model assumptions
Evaluate data needs along with data and knowledge gaps in toxicity assessments
Explain the scientific fundamentals of chemical impact assessment for a broad range of environmental emissions
Perform your own assessment using the USEtox scientific consensus model and interpret results
Find data sources, implement new substances into USEtox, and modify existing modules
Discuss applicability and limitations of USEtox model, data and results in different application fields including life cycle assessment, product environmental footprinting and comparative risk assessment

Content:Participants/students will have hands-on access to all model, data, documentation and reading files during the course and will be able to take all files back home. New substances will be characterized and participants/students may bring their own list of substances of interest for the exercises.Practical Info:5 ECTS (Phd Level)