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Biological significance of contaminants in dredged material, and other wastes deposited at sea. - AE0204
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Description
Summary Objectives:-
Determine the fate and effects of selected contaminants,
including toxic metals and persistent organic substances, in
dredged materials.
Key customer purpose:-
Enable licensing policies towards dumping of dredged
materials to be reassessed. Ensure MAFF can influence
international discussions on regional regulations. |
Objective
To determine the fate and effects of selected contaminants
in dredged materials and to prepare reports with a view to
reviewing licensing policies.
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Time-Scale and Cost
From:
1989
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To:
1999
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Cost: £1,017,260 |
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Contractor / Funded Organisations
CEFAS |
Keywords
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Fields of Study
Environmental Protection - Marine |