Frequently Asked Questions

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• What is the role of the USGS Toxics Substances Hydrology Program?
• Why is the USGS Toxic Substances Hydrology Program unique?
• Who uses the information the Toxics Program produces?
• How does USGS transfer results and products to resource managers and regulators, industry, educators and students, the scientific community at large, and the public?
• How do Toxics Program activities relate to regulatory programs?
• Does the Toxics Program work with industry?
• What toxic substances does the Toxics Program investigate?
• Does the Toxics Program develop contaminant transport models?
• How can I get copies of Toxics Program publications?
• What awards have Toxic Substances Hydrology Program scientists received?

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• Are there research opportunities for me with the Toxics Program?
• I'm a graduate student and my advisor works at a Toxics Program site. Can I conduct my thesis research at the Site?
• Can I get a grant from the Toxics Program?
• Can I get a job with the Toxics Program?

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• Where can I get general information on water quality?
• Where can I get information on the health effects of toxic substances in water?
• Where can I find information on water-quality criteria for streams and other water bodies?
• Where can I find information on the toxicity of chemicals?
• Where can I find data on chemical and physical constants that control environmental fate?
• I am concerned about a contamination site near where I live. How can I find information about it and who do I contact?

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