Database services provider EBSCO Publishing, US, has announced the launch of a new database called Chemical Hazard Information Library (CHIL). It is stated to include millions of documents containing information vital to the areas of toxicity, carcinogenicity, mutagenicity, teratogenicity, occupational exposure and other hazard-related subject matter. CHIL is projected to offer toxicology, pharmacology, occupational and public health and chemical hazard information to corporations, government agencies, medical facilities and academic institutions.
The database is comprised of more than 130 collections providing continually updated hazard and reproductive risk data on tens of thousands of chemicals. The content is projected as a critical resource for researchers studying the effects of hazardous substances on humans and the environment. It is also targeted at professionals who are responsible for regulating and managing chemical hazards in occupational environments including laboratories, clinical settings and industrial workplaces. Additionally, the database is said to facilitate the instructional and learning process for faculty and students by providing data in a clear, informative format. The collections include content from a wide range of international sources including the Environmental Protection Agency, the WHO and the National Institute for Occupational Safety & Health.
The content and functionality features in CHIL are expected to save users time and effort by providing them with a consolidated and comprehensive resource to quickly and easily find the toxicology and chemical hazard information they need. Notable features include the EXPERTIndex which allows users to search and access content with precise relevance. Also included is the ChemID Enhanced feature which enables users to easily access pertinent information on a myriad of chemical substances.
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