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Continuing research to better assess the potential health effects of teleworking
Une femme travaillant chez elle sur un ordinateur
19/02/2024

Continuing research to better assess the potential health effects of teleworking

The widespread adoption of teleworking and related technologies has had major consequences for the organisation of work. ANSES has examined the potential effects of teleworking on the health of workers, based on a study undertaken at its request by the Environmental and Occupational Health Research Institute (IRSET) that reviewed the available knowledge on the topic. The Agency has identified some potential health effects associated with the development of this form of work organisation and is reiterating the need for further research in this area, to be able to identify and assess risks in order to better prevent them.
ANSES portraits: women in science
Une femme regardant dasn un microscope
09/02/2024

ANSES portraits: women in science

In honour of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we take a closer look at the backgrounds and careers of six women who contribute to science at ANSES.
Our 2024 work programme
14/02/2024

Our 2024 work programme

ANSES's new work programme puts into perspective the principal activities of the Agency for 2024, in light of strategic orientations in our five main fields of action: food, animal health & welfare, environmental health, plant health and occupational health. Having been the topic of discussions with the International Science Council and ANSES’s Scientific Board, it will ensure the continuation and development of ANSES's activities, in support of public action.
ANSES at the 2024 Paris Agricultural Show!
Salon de l'agriculture 2024
08/02/2024
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ANSES at the 2024 Paris Agricultural Show!

The combined effects of climate disruption and human activities have created disturbances in the Earth’s ecosystems that are impacting the health of living organisms. Allergenic plants, mosquitoes and ticks have been spreading across France, affecting human and animal health. In forests, gardens and crops, plant pests and other harmful organisms are acclimatising rapidly. This year on the ANSES stand, we invite you to come take a closer look at these invasive species, so you can recognise them and protect yourself. Our programme for this year includes observation of living organisms, games and discussions with our scientists. And in a nod to this year's Olympic Games, ANSES will also provide an opportunity to learn while moving your body.
PARC: developing new methods for testing the toxicity of chemicals
PARC : vers de nouvelles méthodes pour tester la toxicité des substances chimiques
01/02/2024

PARC: developing new methods for testing the toxicity of chemicals

One of the goals of the European Partnership for the Assessment of Risks from Chemicals (PARC) is to develop alternatives to animal testing for assessing the hazards and risks of substances. One of the goals of the European Partnership for the Assessment of Risks from Chemicals (PARC) is to develop alternatives to animal testing for assessing the hazards and risks of substances.
Improving identification of a fungal pathogen of citrus to prevent it from arriving in Europe
Des citrons contaminés par la maladie des taches noires des agrumes
23/01/2024
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Improving identification of a fungal pathogen of citrus to prevent it from arriving in Europe

The Mycology Unit of ANSES's Plant Health Laboratory has developed a PCR test to distinguish the fungus responsible for citrus black spot from that of a recently discovered related species. This test will improve the ability to detect this pathogenic fungus, thus preventing it from being introduced into Europe.
Call for applications: come and be an ANSES expert!
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19/01/2024

Call for applications: come and be an ANSES expert!

Why not put your scientific skills to work for the public good? ANSES is launching a call for applications to renew its expert groups in environmental and occupational health. Come and take part in the production of health benchmarks that are essential to public policy-making (on water and air quality, exposure to toxic chemicals at work and in everyday life, endocrine disruptors, radiofrequencies, nanomaterials, etc.), while enhancing your career with a unique scientific and human experience.
New missions covering the safety of cosmetics and tattoos
Cosmétovigilance et tatouvigilance
02/01/2024

New missions covering the safety of cosmetics and tattoos

Since 1 January 2024, ANSES has been responsible for vigilance and expert appraisal relating to cosmetics and tattoo products. These missions, which were previously the responsibility of the French Health Products Safety Agency (ANSM), have been transferred to ANSES by legislation, in line with the orientations of its 2023–2027 goals and performance contract with the State. They are fully consistent with the Agency's powers regarding assessment of the risks of chemicals to which people are exposed on a daily basis.
Assessing the risk of exposure to stinging caterpillars to protect ourselves
Des chenilles processionnaires du chêne
09/01/2024

Assessing the risk of exposure to stinging caterpillars to protect ourselves

The geographical range of pine and oak processionary caterpillars in France has been changing in recent years as a result of climate change. Their presence, along with that of other stinging caterpillars, poses a risk to human and animal health. ANSES has assessed the risk of population exposure by municipality in mainland France and Corsica, in order to adapt the prevention and control measures to be applied in the field.

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