Linda Birnbaum
Dr. Linda Birnbaum is a prominent American toxicologist and former director of the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences. She is recognized for her extensive research on the health effects of environmental contaminants, including PFAS, and has been a vocal advocate for the need for epidemiological studies to understand the adverse health impacts associated with these chemicals.
Born on Nov 11, 1947 (78 years old)
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United States:
Linda Birnbaum is the former director of the National Institute for Environmental Health Sciences and the National Toxicology Program.
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Portugal:
Linda Birnbaum expressed concern over the agency's decision to remove restrictions on PFOS and PFOA substitutes.
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Australia:
Dr Linda Birnbaum disputed the statement regarding the lack of evidence linking PFAS to health outcomes.
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