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Enhanced Neurotoxicity of Metals in Combination With Other Pertinent Risk Factors

Photo of Experimental Project TaskThis project is focused on:

  • The potential synergistic neurodevelopmental consequences of developmental lead exposure in conjunction with maternal and/or offspring stress
  • Determination of whether enhanced toxicity of lead exposure and stress is seen with other neurotoxic metals, including methylmercury and arsenic, that likewise impact the HPA axis and brain mesocorticolimbic systems
  • The potential for positive vs negative early behavioral experience to modify the trajectory of consequences of developmental lead and/or prenatal stress exposures

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