EPA Opens Registration for ECOTOX Knowledgebase Encore Training Being Held February 7

By Lynn L. Bergeson and Carla N. Hutton
 
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has opened registration for the second ECOTOXicology Knowledgebase (ECOTOX) virtual training on February 7, 2023. ECOTOX is a comprehensive, publicly available tool providing environmental toxicity data on aquatic life, terrestrial plants, and wildlife.? EPA states that the virtual training, which is specifically targeted for decision-makers, will provide:

• An overview of the database content and function;
   
• Application-oriented use case demonstrations; and
   
• Opportunities for participatory learning and engagement.

According to EPA, the virtual training will be a live encore of the training offered in May 2022, presenting the same material and featuring expanded opportunity for live interaction in Session 2. Participants may register for one or both sessions; registration is free but required to attend each session.
 
Session 1 (Presentation and Questions and Answers (Q&A))
11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (EST)
This session will provide an overview of the knowledgebase content and function with opportunities for participation and Q&A.
 
Session 2 (Breakout Sessions)
12:30-1:30 p.m. (EST)
This session will break participants into breakout groups to work on case study exercises in small groups, aided by facilitators.