In this paper, we describe the evolution of Toxic Chemical Substances Control Act (TCSCA) regulated by Taiwan Environmental Protection Administration during the past two decades.The TCSCA was originally drafted for the management of utilization and operation of toxic chemical substances from cradle to grave.Following the 921 earthquake in central T
Pesticides released into the environment may pose both ecological and human health risks.Governments set the regulations and guidelines for the allowable levels of active components of pesticides in various exposure sources, including drinking water.Several pesticide risk indicators have been developed using various methodologies, but such indicato
Pipe wall thinning in the secondary piping system of a nuclear power plant is currently a ACTIVATED CHARCOAL major problem that typically affects the safety and reliability of the nuclear power plant directly.Regular in-service inspections are carried out to manage the piping system only during the overhaul.Online thickness monitoring is necessary
Onchocerciasis is a Neglected Tropical Disease that has a significant socioeconomic impact, especially in Sub-Saharan Africa.Numerous reports indicate that the Expanded Special Project for the Elimination of Neglected Tropical Diseases needs novel diagnostic tools before achieving its goal of successful elimination of onchocerciasis in Africa.The c
The ability of Staphylococcus aureus and other pathogens to consume glucose is critical during infection.However, glucose consumption increases the cellular demand for manganese sensitizing S.aureus to host-imposed manganese starvation.The current investigations were undertaken to elucidate how S.aureus copes with the need to consume glucose when m