As a global leader in advancing environmental science, SETAC has continued to champion innovation, collaboration and catalyze research excellence throughout 2024. We’ve worked tirelessly to uphold our mission of supporting a healthier and more sustainable environment. This review highlights the progress we’ve made together, celebrating the contributions of our members and the initiatives that shape our society.
Group News
SETAC and A4 Unite to Advance Alternatives Assessment
SETAC merged with the Association for the Advancement of Alternatives Assessment (A4), forming the Advancement and Application of Alternatives Assessment Interest Group. Download the Technical Issue Paper (TIP) on chemical alternatives assessment for more information on the topic.
Persistence Science Interest Group Formed
The Persistence Science Interest Group was established early last year to discuss and foster advancements in the development of understanding of chemical degradation and persistence. Read the SETAC Globe article to learn more about the purpose and scope of the interest group and how to get involved.
Publications
Journals
Most Read SETAC Journals Series
- Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry (ET&C): Pharmaceuticals and Personal Care Products in the Environment: What Have We Learned and Where Should We Go?
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Integrated Environmental Assessment and Management (IEAM): Wildlife Risk Assessment in the 21st Century: Integrating Advancements in Ecology, Toxicology and Conservation
Administrative Changes
- Editorial Transition: Tamara Galloway was appointed editor-in-chief of ET&C, succeeding Allen Burton.
- New Publisher: As of January 2025, both journals will be published by Oxford University Press.
Awards
Gwilym Price
Chris Lee Award for Metals Research
Gwilym Price
Chris Lee Award for Metals Research
Dept. of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water
Claudia Rivetti
ET&C Best Paper Award
Claudia Rivetti
ET&C Best Paper Award
Unilever
Other authors: Jade Houghton, Danilo Basili, Geoff Hodges, Bruno Campos
Frank A.P.C. Gobas
IEAM Best Paper Award
Frank A.P.C. Gobas
IEAM Best Paper Award
Simon Fraser University
Methods for assessing the bioaccumulation of hydrocarbons and related substances in terrestrial organisms: A critical reviewAuthors: Yung-Shan Lee, Katharine M. Fremlin, Stephanie C. Stelmachuk, Aaron D. Redman
Collaborations
POPROC Side Event – State of the Science on Persistent Organic Pollutants
SETAC hosted a side event during the 20th meeting of the United Nations Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organic Pollutants Review Committee (POPRC) from 23–27 September in Rome, Italy. Read more about State of the Science on Persistent Organic Pollutants side event in the SETAC Globe.
International Conferences on Environmental Pollution, Restoration and Management (ICEPORM)
Over the past 15 years, SETAC has long supported the ICEPORM held in Vietnam to help enhance research and education collaboration among scientists around the world, especially across developing countries in Southeast Asia and developed countries. Read about key outcomes of the 2024 ICEPORM.
UNEP Ad Hoc Open-Ended Working Group (OEWG) Science-Policy Panel Further Contributes to the Management of Chemicals, Waste and Pollution Prevention (SPP CWP)
As an accredited UNEP scientific and technological community major group, SETAC has engaged with the OEWG process through SETAC’s Advisory Panel on Chemicals Management (SETAC CheM Panel). During the SPP CWP OEWG’s third session, held from 17–21 June in Geneva, delegates made significant progress but could not finalize the recommendations for the panel’s design and will reconvene in 2025. Please visit the Chem Panel Affinity Group to follow this work.
A Community for Ecosystem Services (ACES)
SETAC planned a special session at the ACES conference in December in Austin, Texas, on “One Health: A Joint SETAC/ACES Session on the Interface of Ecosystem Toxicology and Services,” where several SETAC members presented on the interlinkage of human health and ecological health with ecosystem services.
Workshops
Models for Assessing PoPulation Relevance of Endocrine Disrupting Effects (MAPPED)
9–12 September, Barcelona, Spain
- Read the meeting highlights in the SETAC Globe
Online Events
Webinars
Catch up on any missed past webinars, which are accessible to Explorer and Full SETAC members.
Other Online Events
View recordings of other online events held over the past year and beyond.
Launch of SETAC Memorabilia Store
To fulfill member demand, we launched the SETAC Memorabilia Store. Now you can celebrate your passion for environmental science and SETAC with a variety of branded merchandise.
Administrative News
Bart Bosveld will be stepping down from this role as SETAC Europe Executive Director in the new year to focus on his role as SETAC Global Executive Director. Read more about the transition in the SETAC News.
