This tribute was written by Robert W. Kapp Jr . Richard “Dick” A. Parent of Damariscotta, Maine—renowned toxicologist, fearless advocate in court, sailor, and indefatigable force of nature—passed away on February 12 , 2026 . True to form, he was actively practicing...
SOT has learned that SOT Past President ( 1988–1989 ) James E. Gibson, PhD, passed away on November 22, 2025. Throughout his career, Dr. Gibson worked in various sectors, including academia, nonprofit, and industry. The common thread was his commitment to training in all areas of toxicology...
SOT has learned that John A. Thomas, PhD, passed away on November 15, 2025. Dr. Thomas was a professor of pharmacology and toxicology and a medical educator. He graduated from the University of Wisconsin – La Crosse and the University of Iowa. He was a prolific author and published over...
SOT has learned that longtime member Steven Galen Gilbert, PhD, DABT, passed away on July 15, 2025. Dr. Gilbert conducted research on the toxic effects of heavy metals and chemicals, founded the nonprofit Institute of Neurotoxicology and Neurological Disorders, and created the interactive...
SOT has learned that l ongtime SOT member Timothy Marrs , OBE , MD , DSc , FRCP , FRCPATH , FBTS , passed away on November 1, 2025. Dr. Marrs was a consultant in Edenbridge, United Kingdom, specializing in organophosphates and other nerve agents. His funeral will be on...
Co-authored by John D. Groopman This picture of Dr. Kensler was taken by John Groopman outside a Tea House in Qidong, China, and reflects Tom’s joy during his many years of aflatoxin research in Qidong. It is with great sadness that we share with our SOT...
The Society has learned that Honorary member William C. Hays , JD, passed away on September 23, 2025. Mr. Hays was the Society’s legal counsel for decades before retiring and passing the reins to his son, Andrew. He was awarded Honorary membership in the Society for his longstanding...
The Society has learned that longtime member Thomas W. Kensler, PhD, passed away on July 11, 2025 . Dr. Kensler was an expert on the toxicology of aflatoxins, as well as a great contributor to the field of cancer chemoprevention. Members are encouraged to read the ...
Tim retired as an i nhalation t oxicologist after a 27-year career at Dow Chemical. He published extensively on the classic chemicals , helping to improve the overall understanding of these high product volume substances. After retirement, Tim was a Peace Corps...
The Society has learned that longtime member Narendra Dhanraj Lalwani , PhD, MBA, passed away on October 11 , 2024. Dr. Lalwani was a pharmaceutical executive with experience at Pfizer, Cerenis Therapeutics, and Esperion Therapeutics . Members are...
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