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Development of a chemical information system
Journal - Association of Official Analytical Chemists
|September 1, 1982
Summary
The NIH-EPA Chemical Information System evolved over 10 years through government collaboration. This valuable chemical database is now accessible to the public for research and analysis.
Area of Science:
- Environmental science
- Toxicology
- Chemical safety
Background:
- The National Institutes of Health (NIH) and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) initiated a collaborative project.
- The need for a centralized chemical information resource was identified.
Purpose of the Study:
- To document the 10-year development history of the NIH-EPA Chemical Information System.
- To outline the transition of the system to public accessibility.
Main Methods:
- Historical review of project development.
- Description of inter-agency cooperation.
- Analysis of system accessibility changes.
Main Results:
- The NIH-EPA Chemical Information System was successfully developed over a decade.
- The system has transitioned from a government-internal resource to a publicly available service.
- The system is now accessible via private sector computing resources on a fee-for-service basis.
Conclusions:
- The collaborative development model proved effective for creating a comprehensive chemical information system.
- Public access to the NIH-EPA Chemical Information System enhances its utility for a wider scientific community.
- The fee-for-service model ensures the sustainability and continued availability of the system.