Testing acute toxicity to bees: “To bumblebee or not to bumblebee, that is the question”

Testing acute toxicity to bees: "To bumblebee or not to bumblebee, that is the question" By Kroder Acute toxicity testing with bumblebees should not be considered routine based on interpretation of European Union regulations, but rather the need should be determined on a case-by-case basis. TOXICITY TESTING REGULATIONSDebates, Dilemmas, and Discoveries (3D) offers rapid publication on compelling and timely issues.Contributions should answer the "so what?" question and should encourage readers to think, challenge them to do better science, and motivate them to excel in the ways in which they apply science to environmental assessment and management.The feature provides a platform to: -report on progress in fi eld and laboratory research -explore new or emerging research questions -provide opinions and perspectives on a range of environmental topics -debate issues -spotlight management policies and practices -share challenges and insights on biology, chemistry, ecology, engineering and sustainability Guidelines and Submission: Manuscripts should be concise and written for a broad audience of policy makers, scientists, and business professionals.Manuscripts are limited to 1000 words and may include no more than 1 table or fi gure and up to 6 references.Manuscripts are subject to review and approval by the 3D Editors.