SOT has learned that Emeritus member John Eric Garst passed away on April 23, 2026, after a short battle with aggressive cancer. Dr. Garst received his PhD in medicinal chemistry with an emphasis on toxicology from the University of Iowa and joined SOT in 1986. For additional information, please see Dr. Garst’s obituary.
This blog serves as an announcement of the member’s passing. Family, friends, and colleagues are welcome to develop a more detailed tribute for publication by SOT.