Theo Colborn
Zoologist and environmental advocate
Born
1927
98 years ago
Died
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United States
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A pivotal figure in environmental health and zoology, this individual conducted influential research on endocrine disruptors and their effects on wildlife and humans. Academic contributions included a focus on the impact of chemicals on reproductive health. Instrumental in establishing the concept of endocrine disruption, she co-founded the Endocrine Disruption Exchange, which served as a vital resource for scientists and policymakers alike. Publications highlighted the urgency of addressing environmental toxins and their implications for human health.
Published the book 'Our Stolen Future'
Co-founded the Endocrine Disruption Exchange
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