This Test Guideline describes an in vitro screen for chemical effects on steroidogenesis, specifically the production of 17ß-estradiol (E2) and testosterone (T). The human H295R adreno-carcinoma cell line, used for the assay, expresses genes that encode for all the key enzymes for...

The purpose of the test is to measure the capacity of a chemical to activate or inhibit the transcription of a genetic construct (THb/ZIP-GFP X. laevis eleutheroembryos) either by binding to the thyroid hormone receptor or by modifying the amount of thyroid hormone available for transcription....

The full text of the Code of Liberalisation of Capital Movements sets out the legally binding obligations accepted by OECD members. The Code, regularly updated by decisions of the OECD Council, reflects all changes in the positions of members up to 1 January 2003. It outlines the obligations of...

The OECD has actively promoted progressive liberalisation of current and capital account operations among its members for over 40 years. Since 1961, OECD countries have engaged in the opening of capital accounts, guided by the provisions and implementation procedures embodied in a unique...

For half a century, the OECD Code of Liberalisation of Capital Movements has provided a balanced framework for capital account openness. This new edition of the Code presents the full text of the Code, setting out the rights and obligations of adhering countries. It also shows how far each of...