Analysis of the information flow of pesticide related metabolism studies

This report gives a complete description of the current information flow for pesticide related metabolism studies, the relevant terms and concepts, the tools that are used and the data collection system.

Based on a critical analysis supported by a survey, the BfR developed proposals for short and long-term improvements of the information flow. The proposal contains ideas for improvement of the MetaPath software package and the use of it in the context of pesticide applications with IUCLID. This document is also a collection of user requirements, not necessarily formulated with one concrete technical solution. Different technical solutions are also proposed and BfR made an analysis of the pros and cons of these solutions. This document (available in pdf format and in zip file including attachments) is meant to support a decision process but should not be considered as defined action plan.

For any question related to the report, please contact https://connect.efsa.europa.eu/RM/s/new-ask-efsa-request