Toxicology

Toxicology is the study of harmful interactions between chemical, physical, or biological agents and biological systems.

What is Toxicology?

Toxicology is the scientific study of adverse effects that occur in living organisms due to chemicals.

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Latest Toxicology News and Research

New 3D lung model advances respiratory medicine research

Respiratory diseases are a challenging problem to treat. Inhalable medicines are a promising solution that depend on the ability to deliver tiny particles known as aerosols to the correct location in the lungs at the correct dosage.

20 Feb 2025

Breakthrough technology enables mRNA delivery across the blood-brain barrier

Scientists at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai have developed a lipid nanoparticle system capable of delivering messenger RNA (mRNA) to the brain via intravenous injection, a challenge that has long been limited by the protective nature of the blood-brain barrier.

17 Feb 2025

CN Bio launches physioMimix DILI assay kit: Human 24, for enhanced preclinical toxicology testing

CN Bio, a leading provider of Organ-on-a-chip (OOC) Systems and solutions that accelerate drug discovery and development workflows, today announced the launch of its PhysioMimix® DILI assay kit: Human 24.

5 Feb 2025

Study shows long-term cannabis use disrupts critical brain processes

Heavy lifetime cannabis use is associated with reduced brain activation in key cognitive regions, particularly during working memory tasks, while recent use may cause temporary cognitive impairments.

28 Jan 2025

Study identifies potential pathway to improve memory in neurodegenerative diseases

Research spanning more than 20 years has led the UPV/EHU's Neurochemistry and Neurodegeneration group under Dr. Rafael Rodríguez-Puertas to discover a promising avenue for the development of new therapies that improve memory in cases of cognitive impairment in neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's.

16 Jan 2025

CN Bio signs strategic partnership with Primetech Corporation to establish distribution channel for OOC solutions in Japan

CN Bio, a leading provider of Organ-on-a-chip (OOC) systems and solutions that accelerate drug discovery and development workflows, today announced it has entered into a strategic partnership with Japanese life sciences research equipment distributor, Primetech.

From CN Bio Innovations Ltd 15 Jan 2025

Study uncovers mechanism for cognitive improvement in dementia

A University of the Basque Country (UPV/EHU) study proves that the WIN55.212-2 drug protects the brain and reverses the initial cognitive damage caused by dementia, and explains how it works

15 Jan 2025

New push for stricter chemical laws to shield kids from harmful exposure

Research highlights the rising impact of synthetic chemicals on children's health, linking them to noncommunicable diseases and advocating for stringent global regulations.

13 Jan 2025

Pittcon addresses synthetic psychedelics crisis; Boston 2025 to advance collaboration

Pittcon 2025 in Boston will connect industry experts to combat the synthetic psychedelic threat, enhancing testing protocols and public health initiatives.

From Pittcon 10 Jan 2025

Study reveals widespread microplastic contamination in U.S. West Coast fish and shellfish

Researchers measure the levels of anthropogenic particles present in various seafood caught along the West Coat of the United States.

9 Jan 2025

Can fluoride affect IQ? Study points to risks but raises questions

Despite finding a link between fluoride exposure and lower IQ, the study’s flaws raise questions.

7 Jan 2025

Study finds no impact of water fluoridation on cognitive development

A University of Queensland study has found no link between exposure to water fluoridation as a young child and negative cognitive development.

19 Dec 2024

Research sheds light on how hypoxia affects T cell function in cancer

Immune checkpoint blockades, or ICBs, have revolutionized treatment for various advanced cancers. However, their effectiveness has plateaued due to therapeutic resistance that renders tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes, or TILs, ineffective.

14 Dec 2024

Mediterranean plants show promise for cardiovascular disease treatment

A study initiated from a final degree project at the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, with the involvement of researchers from the INc-UAB, the University of Barcelona and Cuban and Chilean institutions, has resulted in an exhaustive bibliographic review of a group of Mediterranean plants, whose active principles are attributed pharmacological actions in the field of cardiovascular diseases most affecting the population.

12 Dec 2024

Exploring the Future of Neuroscience Drug Discovery

Innovative iPSC models are transforming neuroscience drug discovery and research.

From Charles River Labs - Neuroscience Discovery Services 11 Dec 2024

New $1.4M grant supports innovative kidney cancer treatment strategy

Weill Cornell Medicine has received a $1.4 million, four-year grant from the U.S. Department of Defense to investigate a new therapeutic approach for the most common form of kidney cancer.

10 Dec 2024

Promising gene therapy could transform heart failure treatment

A new gene therapy can reverse the effects of heart failure and restore heart function in a large animal model.

10 Dec 2024

p53 mutations show diverse impact on pancreatic cancer metabolism

A research team at the University of Konstanz, led by toxicologist Ivano Amelio, has demonstrated how differently individual mutations of the tumor suppressor p53 affect pancreatic carcinomas.

6 Dec 2024

Study reveals effects of temporary blood flow loss on blood vessels in hypertensive rats

A study coordinated by Dr Francesc Jiménez-Altayó, researcher at the Institut de Neurociències of the UAB (INc-UAB) and at CIBERCV, shows that temporary lack of blood flow to the brain can lead to lasting changes in the small arteries of the abdomen in rats with high blood pressure.

28 Nov 2024

Probiotics shown to mitigate effects of toxic fire-retardant chemicals

Polybrominated diphenyl ethers, or PBDEs, are fire-retardant chemicals that are found everywhere - upholstery, carpets, curtains, electronics, and even infant products.

23 Nov 2024