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  • Norwegian Organizations Collaborate with EFSA for Safer Food

    The Norwegian Scientific Committee for Food and Environment (VKM) has published new videos showcasing how Norwegian organizations can collaborate with the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA).
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    From Animal Testing to New Methods

    Traditionally, the testing of chemical substances has been conducted through animal studies. In recent years, numerous new testing methods that do not require the use of animals have been developed, but their implementation is progressing slowly.
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    Tore Tollersrud New Director of VKM

    Tore Skeidsvoll Tollersrud will become the new head of VKM’s scientific secretariat when Director Harald Gjein retires this summer.
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  • Recorded webinar on PFAS available now

    What do we know about the PFAS situation in the Nordic region and what can be done?
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    New scientific committee appointed

    The Ministry of Health and Care has appointed a new Norwegian Scientific Committee for Food and Environment for the period 1 September 2022 to 31 August 2026.
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    Climate change will cause extensive change for Norwegian forests

    In the short term, until 2050, the ecological changes will be moderate. Until 2100, they will be pervasive and negative.
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