Essays about: "Phthalates"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 13 essays containing the word Phthalates.

1. 1. Risk assessment of non-intentionally added substances in polyester yarn made from recycled polyethylene terephthalate (PET)

   University essay from KTH/Skolan för kemi, bioteknologi och hälsa (CBH)

   Author : Kristina Arnqvist; [2023]
   Keywords : r-PET; polyester yarn; NIAS; risk assessment;

   Abstract : Polyester is a synthetic material made from polyethylene terephthalate (PET), which is synthesised from fossil raw materials. Many clothing manufacturers are using polyester in their clothing, which, from an environmental perspective, creates a non-sustainable cycle. READ MORE

3. 2. EFFECT OF ENDOCRINE DISRUPTING MIXTURES AND CHEMICALS ON THE OXYGEN CONSUMPTION RATE OF ZEBRAFISH LARVAE

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet / Institutionen för biologi och miljövetenskap

   Author : Lieke van Iersel; [2022-08-08]
   Keywords : oxygen consumption; zebrafish larvae; respirometry; endocrine disrupting chemicals; mixture toxicity;

   Abstract : Chemicals affecting the endocrine system, so called endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDC’s), have been steadily increasing in the environment over the last 40 years. EDCs are harmful chemicals since they can act through multiple endocrine pathways, contain a wide spectrum of health effects that can be very persistent and can cause effects already at a low doses. READ MORE

4. 3. Analysis of market and requirements of plasticizers for flexible PVC - With a focus on Perstorp’s non-phthalate plasticizer Pevalen

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Kemiteknik (CI)

   Author : Lisa Bywall; Sofie Cederlund; [2020]
   Keywords : PVC; plasticizer; plasticiser; industry; flexible PVC; polyvinylchloride; vinyl; flooring; chemical engineering; kemiteknik; Chemistry;

   Abstract : Flexible Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) is a plastic material commonly used in today’s society and a fundamental material for a lot of sectors. It has advantages over other polymers such as energy-efficient production, flame retardancy, durability and cost-effective. READ MORE

5. 4. Effects of a phthalate mixture on Wnt/β-catenin signaling, apoptosis and metabolic rate in zebrafish embryos

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för biologisk grundutbildning

   Author : Stavros Bountis; [2020]
   Keywords : phthalates; Wnt β-catenin signaling; apoptosis; zebrafish; metabolic rate;

   Abstract : One of the most common plasticizers used in the production of plastic are phthalates. These chemicals have been associated with many adverse effects including developmental and reproductive anomalies. Early developmental processes targeted by chemicals can have long-lasting effects on individuals. READ MORE

6. 5. Suspect screening of human serum with UHPLC-QTOF/MS

   University essay from Örebro universitet/Institutionen för naturvetenskap och teknik

   Author : Louise P. Poolsri; [2018]
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   Abstract : The number of environmental pollutants has increased due to the increased production and the use of various chemicals in different applications. An estimation of today’s synthetic chemicals is approximately 50,000 to 100,000 and many of them may be harmful to humans and the environment. READ MORE