Research

Chem/Tox Chemical Research Paper Requirements

SFTY 4213/5213 crn 37012/37013 Block 2, summer 2016

Term Paper Requirements (100 points) The student will write a research paper on a chemical, or group of chemicals, that present toxicity to humans. The subject chemical must be approved by the professor before research can begin. The paper must include discussions regarding the specific chemical’s chemical name, physical properties, common uses, exposure limits, toxicokinetics, acute effects including target organs, chronic effects including target organs, and protocols for industrial hygiene sampling and sample analysis. The term paper must follow APA formatting and style guidelines, and shall consist of a cover page, table of contents, abstract or executive summary, body of the paper (not less than 5-7 pages), and a reference list at the end of the paper. You must cite your sources using Purdue OWL in APA. The paper must be typed using Arial 12 point. In addition, the term paper must include:

a. what the chemical is or was used for b. why is this chemical on the Substance Priority List (SPL) c. what are the human health, toxicity, and exposure concerns d. site specific examples that put this chemical on the SPL e. list and discuss at least one documented case (court

case,EPA,CERCLA, etc.) where this chemical(s) were used and what happened. Also include: a clearly defined statement of the situation, an analysis of the risks involved, and solution(s) to the problem

Structure, presentation, and grammatical accuracy will be considered in the grading. The term paper is due on or before July 28

th and must be

submitted through the appropriate drop box. Late papers will not be accepted.