… ( Graumnitz et al. 2021 ). The different entry pathways to the environment account for the discrepancies in the presence of human and veterinary drugs in the … among the most thoroughly researched substances as concerns human toxicology, the ecotoxicological effects of the relatively low, yet permanent, exposure of bodies of water and soil …

… also contain biocides. Source: marcfotodesign / Fotolia.com Biocides are substances and products which are used to combat pests such as insects, mice and rats but also … algae, fungi or bacteria. Biocides are used in many areas of private and work life, for example as antibacterial cleaning agents and disinfectants, wood preservatives … a two-step procedure. The Federal Environment Agency assesses the environmental effects of biocides and must grant its approval in the authorisation of biocides in …

… air measuring station Source: Silvia Sinah / UBA / Betriebsgesellschaft Umweltforschungsstation Schneefernerhaus GmbH Our headquarters are located in … Methods, Waste Water Management Section IV 2.4 Substances Hazardous to Water - Ecotoxicological Laboratory Section IV 2.5 Trace Analysis, Artificial Ponds and … system simulation facility (FSA) where we do research into areas such as the effect of pharmaceutical drugs and pesticides on the ecosystems of the facility’s …

… that we at the UBA set a good example when it comes to environmental protection. And so we have set ourselves the goal of ensuring that we as an institution adhere to our own environmental guidelines, ranging from using recycled paper for office printers to building energy saving office buildings. last update on … of environmental protection in our own activities by setting concrete environmental targets, and we regularly check our performance. When doing so, we take the possibly …

… Mission Statement The UBA works for a healthy planet, quality of life for all and a sustainable world. Source: … our own scientific work in a high-performing research infrastructure, using a solid database. We are also further expanding our cooperation with national and … and on basic questions of change and transformation. This is what makes our work effective. We identify new environmental policy challenges that are coming up on the …

… Visitor Guidelines for the Antarctic To avoid unnecessary stress for animals, minimum distances are to … biological monitoring on Fildes Peninsula (Maxwell Bay, Antarctic) Detrimental effects of underwater noise Assessment of communication masking in Antarctic marine … for the Antarctic Monitoring penguin colonies in the Antarctic using remote sensing data Tags Antarctica … Antarctica is not only a very sensitive ecosystem, it is also …

… the current state of knowledge about whales in Antarctica is limited. UBA is therefore providing funding for projects to close these knowledge gaps. last update on … and distribution of whales and their populations in Antarctic waters. The existing database is very limited. Since 1978 the International Whaling Commission (IWC) has … biological monitoring on Fildes Peninsula (Maxwell Bay, Antarctic) Detrimental effects of underwater noise Assessment of communication masking in Antarctic marine …

… Emissions from wood and coal burning stoves in residential areas Especially in the winter time the air … health. last update on 22.08.2019 Use of wood and coal stoves in residential areas For many people it has become attractive again to use stoves and fireplaces in … the blood circulation and are spread to all organs - even to the brain. Health effects that are related to fine dust exposure range from mucosal irritation/local …