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This proceedings volume results from the NATO Advanced Research Workshop on ‘Biomarkers of Radiation in the Environment: Robust Tools for Risk Assessment (BRITE)�. The BRITE workshop discussed insights from cancer research, epigenetics, non-human and human risk assessment, since many of the state-of-the-art biomarkers being developed for humans deserve consideration for environmental applications and vice versa.� Sessions were very wide-ranging covering methods, mechanisms, cross disciplinary application and regulation. The chapters in this book have been grouped into five major themes that were covered by the BRITE workshop: ��������� Techniques for biomarker development ��������� Low-dose effect mechanisms ��������� Biomarkers for risk evaluation ��������� Biomarkers in wildlife ��������� Biomarker use and responses Each chapter has been written independently and reflects the views of the chapter author(s).� Therefore, the readers can form their own balanced view of the different perspectives on biomarkers of radiation in the environment.� Given the breadth of topics covered and the state-of-the-art perspectives shared by leading experts in their respective fields, this book should form a valuable resource for anyone with an interest in how biomarkers can be used to improve our understanding of radiation in the environment and its potential impacts.Typham this is the title: Biomarkers of Radiation in the Environment Robust Tools for Risk Assessment