Research Plan for Endocrine Disruptors

This research strategy was developed to provide a roadmap for the EPA Office of Research and Development's program on endocrine disruptors. The plan recognizes that there is a great deal of research in this area being funded by the federal government and seeks to emphasize those areas where EPA can make a substantitive and meaningful contribution. Briefly, the plan addresses research needs in the areas of biological effects (both for human health and wildlife) and exposure assessment. With its risk assessment based organizational structure, ORD is in a unique position to provide national leadership in this important public health issue.