2 Apr. 2026
Six Cefic-LRI projects conclude, delivering new science to improve chemical safety and risk assessments
In 2025, Cefic-LRI completed six research projects involving 21 research institutes, delivering new scientific insights, tools and models to improve chemical assessments. Together, these projects resulted in six scientific publications, 29 presentations, three tools and one database. One project was […]
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12 Mar. 2026
Cefic-LRI launches new funding opportunities for research on SSbD and polymer bioavailability
The Long-range Research Initiative (LRI) program of the European Chemical Industry Council (Cefic) is now accepting grant applications for research in the following areas: SSbD1 – Multi-Criteria Decision Tool for Early-Stage Screening and Trade-Off Assessment in SSbD Innovation ECO71 – […]
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12 Feb. 2026
Bioaccumulation Assessment Tool (BAT) Version 2.1 update
The updated Bioaccumulation Assessment Tool (BAT) Version 2.1 is now available for free download. This new release delivers key scientific and functional improvements to strengthen bioaccumulation assessments and support regulatory and research needs. Developed with funding from Cefic‑LRI and Concawe, the updated […]
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11 Jun. 2025
Cefic-LRI workshop highlights advances in chemical assessments aligned with evolving regulations
The Cefic-LRI Workshop 2025 brought together researchers and stakeholders for two days of exchanges focused on advancing chemical safety through cutting-edge science. Researchers shared progress from Long-Range Research Initiative (LRI) projects addressing both human and environmental health, with a strong […]
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12 May. 2025
Exploring the Future of Chemical Safety: An Interview with Dr. Jon Arnot on the EAS-E Suite
EAS-E Suite, fittingly pronounced EASY, is a free online platform designed to streamline chemical hazard, exposure, and risk estimation. It integrates extensive chemical property databases, predictive QSAR (quantitative structure-activity relationship) models, and specialised tools to support chemical hazard, exposure and […]
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8 May. 2025
New funding opportunities for research on NAMs, biodegradation testing and mobility assessment
LRI has launched three new funding opportunities and is now accepting applications: ECO69 – Improving understanding of sorption mechanisms beyond organic carbon partitioning: Development of metrics and screening methods for chemicals of low-hydrophobicity ECO70 – Expanding the applicability domain of […]
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7 May. 2025
Cefic-LRI completes 8 cutting-edge research projects
2024 saw the conclusion of eight research projects involving 21 research institutes and 26 individual researchers. These projects delivered 17 scientific publications, 58 presentations, six tools, and three accessible databases, advancing the science behind chemical safety. Our 2024 Projects overview […]
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18 Dec. 2024
LRI Marks 25 Years of Advancing Chemical Safety Assessments
LRI has transformed ambitious ideas into actionable solutions, delivering tools, methodologies, and insights trusted by industry, academia, and regulatory bodies worldwide. These efforts have delivered tangible impacts— advancing chemical safety assessments.
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4 Dec. 2024
LRI Celebrates 25 Years of Pioneering Chemical Safety & Sustainability
LRI has released an anniversary book which traces the programme’s journey in advancing chemical safety by showcasing its achievements and the programme's vision for the future.
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30 May. 2024
Cefic-LRI Launches New Funding Opportunities for Research on Microplastics, Mixtures Exposure, and Polymers
The Long-range Research Initiative (LRI) program of the European Chemical Industry Council (Cefic) is now accepting grant applications for research in the following areas: How plastic fabrication impacts the breakdown of plastics into micro and nanoplastics? How microplastics and nanoplastics […]
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