IUPAC Toxicology Glossary with Carcinogenicity Classifications

A glossary of terms used in the multidisciplinary field of toxicology, compiled by John H. Duffus of the University of Edinburgh. It is a revision of prior IUPAC glossaries, incorporating definitions and explanatory notes for hazard and risk assessment. The resource includes three annexes covering abbreviations, acronyms, and a classification of carcinogenicity.

Use Cases

• Look up definitions for toxicological terms based on the glossary content.
• Reference the classification of carcinogenicity based on the weight of evidence described in the annex.
• Identify abbreviations and acronyms used in toxicology and relevant international legislation based on the provided lists.

Strengths

• Compiled by an author affiliated with the University of Edinburgh.
• Based on prior authoritative IUPAC glossaries, suggesting a foundation in established standards.
• Includes three structured annexes covering abbreviations, acronyms, and carcinogenicity classifications.

Limitations

• Description metadata is limited; actual data quality requires manual inspection after download.
• Row count and file format are unknown, which may limit suitability assessment.
• Last update date is unknown; freshness unverified.

Provenance

Source

John H. Duffus, University of Edinburgh

Collection Method

Compilation and revision of prior IUPAC glossaries.