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best available science

Defined in 1 dictionary — U.S. Code

United States Code

33 U.S.C. § 1321 — in this section

the term “best available science” means science that—

(A) maximizes the quality, objectivity, and integrity of information, including statistical information;

(B) uses peer-reviewed and publicly available data; and

(C) clearly documents and communicates risks and uncertainties in the scientific basis for such projects;