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Bioaccumulation Studies
Benchmark scientists have conducted bioaccumulation studies in lakes,
rivers, streams, bays, wetlands, and on oyster reefs. Bioaccumulation
studies may include sampling of media such as soil, sediment, biota,
and water. Benchmark scientists are especially adept at locating,
identifying, and collecting biological specimens, and preparing them
for chemical analysis. Benchmark scientists have been trained to use
ultra-clean sampling techniques and have many years of experience with
sensitive sample media and ultra-clean sample processing. Benchmark
has the equipment, personnel, and experience to provide study design,
sampling services, sample tracking, laboratory liaison, data
management, and reporting.
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Ecological Risk Assessment
Through teaming arrangements, Benchmark scientists have conducted
Ecological Risk Assessments for major chemical and mining companies.
Benchmark scientists have worked with team members to design and
conduct risk assessment studies in aquatic habitats. Benchmark focuses
primarily on the potential impacts to aquatic habitats but our
experience includes the assessment of forested wetlands and coastal
prairie.
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Fate and Transport Studies
Fate and Transport studies are typically an integral part of an overall
Risk Assessment. Benchmark scientists have experience with the
identification and delineation of the habitats that should be included
in a fate and transport study. Benchmark scientists have collected
soil, sediment, water, and biota samples to support fate and transport
studies. Identifying the most meaningful habitats and environmental
media for evaluation is a critical first step in all fate and transport
studies. The key to selecting critical habitats and media is a
thorough understanding of the chemical and ecological processes at work
in the ecosystem. Benchmark scientists are accomplished aquatic
ecologists and biological chemists.
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Site Characterizations
Site characterization may be conducted as an independent study (i.e.,
Phase I and II Site Characterizations) or as the first step in a Risk
Assessment Study. The success of a site characterization study can
hinge on the selection of meaningful habitats and appropriate sampling
media. Benchmark scientists have the knowledge and experience necessary
to design a meaningful characterization study, and the skill to conduct
a complex field investigation.
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Last Updated ( Sunday, 11 November 2007 )
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