The Dynamics of Science, Perception, and Policy during the Outbreak of Pfiesteria in the Chesapeake Bay.

Authors :: Magnien, Robert E.
Source :: BioScience. Oct2001, Vol. 51 Issue 10, p843. 10p. 1 Black and White Photograph, 2 Diagrams, 1 Map.
Publication Year :: 2001
Abstract: Examines the influence of the investigations of a Pfiesteria piscicida outbreak in the Chesapeake Bay on the national debate on pollution controls and the link between environmental and human health. Plans for a study of the Pocomoke River to sample fish and record any externally visible anomalies; Impacts on human health which were documented; Theory on why the outbreaks may have occurred; How the outbreak spread to two other rivers.

Language :: English
ISSN :: 00063568
Volume :: 51
Issue :: 10
Database :: Academic Search Index
Journal :: BioScience
Publication Type :: Academic Journal
Accession number :: 5386879
Full Text :: https://doi.org/10.1641/0006-3568(2001)051[0843:TDOSPA]2.0.CO;2

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