SOT is pleased to announce that Robyn L. Tanguay, PhD, has been elected to serve as the 2025–2026 Vice President-Elect. Dr. Tanguay brings decades of experience in toxicological research, leadership, and service to SOT that will guide her contributions in this pivotal role.
Dr. Tanguay is a distinguished scholar recognized for her groundbreaking research on zebrafish models, which has significantly enhanced our understanding of how chemicals impact embryonic development. Her team has pioneered the use of zebrafish in predictive toxicology, developing automated high-throughput instrumentation, protocols, and software tools that expedite phenotype discovery. Her talented group has assessed the bioactivity of thousands of chemicals and mixtures, including polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), TCDD, ethanol, flame retardants, nicotine, pesticides, pharmaceuticals, nanomaterials, and complex environmental mixtures. Utilizing a variety of techniques—such as systems biology, imaging, molecular biology, genetics, transcriptomics, metabolomics, and bioinformatics—Dr. Tanguay aims to elucidate toxicity mechanisms and inform the development of safer chemicals and nanoparticles.
Dr. Tanguay has mentored dozens of PhD and postdoctoral scholars, helping them launch successful careers.
With over 300 co-authored manuscripts and book chapters across diverse disciplines, Dr. Tanguay serves on various federal and commercial advisory boards and is an editor for several scientific journals. She also directs the NIEHS-supported Oregon State University Superfund Research Center and the Sinnhuber Aquatic Research Laboratory.
Dr. Tanguay has been an SOT member since 2000 and has made extensive contributions to the Society over the years. She served as a Councilor from 2021 to 2024 and as Chair of the Membership Committee from 2011 to 2012. Her service spans multiple Committees and groups, including the Board of Publications, Committee on Diversity Initiatives, Long Range Planning Committee, and several Specialty Sections such as Nanoscience and Advanced Materials, Reproductive and Developmental Toxicology, and Neurotoxicology. She held multiple officer roles within the Pacific Northwest Regional Chapter, including President, and has been actively involved in Special Interest Groups such as Out Toxicologists and Allies and Women in Toxicology. Dr. Tanguay’s long-standing leadership reflects her deep commitment to fostering excellence and inclusion across the SOT community.
Goals for SOT
In the ballot, Dr. Tanguay stated the following as her goals for service as Vice President-Elect:
The information provided in this blog is based on the biosketch provided by Dr. Tanguay for use as part of the election ballot. This citation is being shared under the Secretary’s name as part of their official duties and should not be interpreted as their personal or professional opinions.
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