ANSES, in collaboration with EFSA, has decided to organise a conference to reflect the state of play in research into the risks of exposure for people working with pesticides. The conference will bring together French researchers and scientists, and some of their European and international peers to discuss scientific progress in the field of evaluating exposure to pesticides and to encourage an exchange of practices and knowledge at the scientific community level. The aim is to report on scientific and technical progress in the whole area of exposure to pesticides and to discuss the various approaches and outlooks on assessment, prevention and protection in the matter of pesticide exposure.From 28/10/2014 to 29/10/2014Place : Anses - Maisons-AlfortTopic : Plant protection products, biocides and fertilisers

The conference will focus on the following topics:The contribution of epidemiology into understanding the effects of pesticides on healthEnhancing our knowledge of pesticide exposure and of assessment methodologiesThe impact of technical and human factors on levels of exposure to pesticidesPlease register for this event onlineFor further information: contact.