Science & Technology

Other Resources Related to SAM

Learn more about websites and information related to EPA's Selected Analytical Methods for Environmental Remediation and Recovery (SAM), including key EPA collaborators, laboratories, and research centers.

Rapid Screening and Preliminary Identification Techniques and Methods – Companion to Standardized Analytical Methods for Environmental Restoration Following Homeland Security Events (SAM), Revision 5.0

This document provides information regarding rapid sample screening and preliminary identification of the chemical and radiochemical analytes listed in SAM.

Quality Control Guidelines for SAM Chemical Methods

Learn more about quality control guidelines and recommendations for the analysis of samples using the chemistry methods listed in EPA's Selected Analytical Methods for Environmental Remediation and Recovery (SAM).

Quality Control Guidelines for SAM Radiochemical Methods

Learn more about quality control guidelines and recommendations for the analysis of samples using the radiochemistry methods listed in EPA's Selected Analytical Methods for Environmental Remediation and Recovery (SAM).

Quality Control Guidelines for SAM Biotoxin Methods

Learn more about quality control guidelines and recommendations for the analysis of samples using the pathogen methods listed in EPA's Selected Analytical Methods for Environmental Remediation and Recovery (SAM).

SAM 2017 Appendix C: Selected Pathogen Methods

This appendix lists the usability tiers assigned to pathogen methods in EPA’s Selected Analytical Methods for Environmental Remediation and Recovery (SAM).

Issue Paper on the Bioavailability and Bioaccumulation of Metals

The goal of this paper is to summarize the current and emerging state of the science supporting assessments of metal bioavailability and bioaccumulation in aquatic and terrestrial organisms.

Protocol for Detection of Bacillus anthracis in Environmental Samples

This protocol describes procedures intended for the analyses of swabs, wipes, sponge-sticks, vacuum socks and filters, air filters, drinking water, and decontamination waste water for Bacillus anthracis spores.

Integrated Approach for Biofuel Premanufacture Notices

Information on EPA's integrated approach for biofuel PMNs.

Issue Paper on Metal Exposure Assessment

This paper explores the best approaches for characterizing exposure pathways and routes, estimating the most relevant exposure concentrations, linking exposure to dose, and coping with natural or background concentrations.

Summary Report: Risk Assessment Forum Technical Workshop on Population-level Ecological Risk Assessment

2008 technical workshop regarding development of additional guidelines or best practices for planning, implementing and interpreting ecological risk assessments that involve population-level assessment endpoints.

Materials for Review by the Human Studies Review Board for the Meeting on October 1, 2013

This memorandum describes the materials that EPA's Office of Pesticide Programs is providing for review by the Human Studies Review Board (HSRB or Board) at the meeting scheduled for October 1, 2013.

Science and Ethics Review of AEATF II Solid Pour Scenario Design and Protocol for Exposure Monitoring

Memorandum regarding the Science and Ethics Review of AEATF II Solid Pour Scenario Design and Protocol for Exposure Monitoring

Agenda Draft for the Meeting of the Human Studies Review Board on October 1, 2013

List of times, speakers, and questions for the Human Studies Review Board meeting on October 1, 2013.

Office of Management and Budget's Final Information Quality Bulletin for Peer Review

The purpose of the Bulletin is to enhance the quality and credibility of the government’s scientific information.

Memorandum About the Science and Ethics Review of AEATF II Brush and Roller Painting Scenario Design and Protocol for Exposure Monitoring

EPA Science and Ethics Review of Brush and Roller Protocol - March 14, 2014