Nickel carcinogenesis, mutation, epigenetics, or selection
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Research presented investigates the potential for nickel compounds to induce human genetic mutations, chromosome abnormalities, and gene silencing. Topics addressed include the carcinogenic effects of nickel compounds, which may result in muscle tumors or genes expression changes.
Publication Name: Environmental Health Perspectives
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0091-6765
Year: 1999
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Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons in Carcinogenesis
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The author examines topics discussed at the International Congress of Pathophysiology symposium in Lathi, Finland. Topics include pollution, human and animal health, and environmental hazards.
Publication Name: Environmental Health Perspectives
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0091-6765
Year: 1999
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Testing their metal
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Scientists and toxicologists are studying the carcinogenic mechanisms of metals. Focus is currently given to arsenic, cadmium, and lead.
Publication Name: Environmental Health Perspectives
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0091-6765
Year: 1999
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