Decoding the QSAR Assessment Framework: From Webinar to Practice

For many toxicologists, the shift toward New Approach Methodologies (NAMs) feels like a moving target. Perhaps the most significant development recently is the QSAR Assessment Framework (QAF). If you missed ECHA’s recent webinar on the topic, it is an essential watch for anyone involved in chemical risk assessment.

Why the QAF Matters Now

In silico data is no longer just a "supplement." However, with increased use comes increased scrutiny. The QAF provides the criteria regulatory agencies such as ECHA use to evaluate the reliability of your QSAR predictions. Understanding this framework is the only way to ensure your dossiers stand up to regulatory review.

Bridging the Knowledge Gap

Watching a webinar is a great start, but applying these complex rules to your specific chemical portfolio is where the real work begins. At ToxNavigation, we have integrated the QAF into our core curriculum to help you move from theory to application:

• NAMs - Use and Application of QSAR and Read-Across: A foundational deep dive into how these approaches fit into modern workflows.

• Regulatory Genotoxicity Add-on (ICH M7): Specialized training for those navigating the stringent requirements of mutagenicity assessment.

• Navigating the OECD QSAR Toolbox: Practical, module-based learning to master the industry-standard software while adhering to QAF principles.

Computational toxicology is the most cost-effective path to compliance, but only if the science is robust. Let us help you navigate the transition.