How Does Biological Complexity Impact Risk Assessment?
The complexity of biological systems impacts risk assessment by introducing uncertainty in predicting toxicological outcomes. Uncertainties arise from variability in exposure, differences in individual susceptibility, and interactions between multiple stressors. Risk assessors must consider these factors to improve the accuracy of their predictions and ensure the safety of chemicals. Advanced methods, such as quantitative structure-activity relationship (QSAR) models, are used to better predict the toxic potential of substances.
