Send a comment on this item to LII: Send a comment on this item to LII staff, who on weekdays will usually reply within 24 hours. Silent Spring Institute This institute is a "research organization dedicated to identifying the links between the environment and women's health, especially breast cancer," with a focus on environmental risks in the state of Massachusetts. The site features a description of research projects, publications, the Massachusetts Health and Environment Information System (MassHEIS, maps showing cancer rates in Massachusetts), and related material. Also includes a brief biography of Rachel Carson, author of "Silent Spring." http://www.silentspring.org Asterisk * indicates required field. Your Name Your Email Address * We will not sell or provide your email address to anyone else. Comment * Enter the verification code as it is shown in the box below. This helps prevent automated submissions. *