Blogs

ToxSci Volume 209, Issue 7 Available

By Robyn Tanguay posted 2 days ago
Volume 209, Issue 7 of Toxicological Sciences is available now. Editorial “ A F ond F arewell to Jeffrey Peters, E ditor-in- C hief of ToxSci ” (Free to Read) Contemporary Review Molecular, Biochemical, and Systems Toxicology “ Aryl Hydrocarbon Receptor Nuclear Translocator 2: A Forgotten Per-ARNT-Sim Transcription Factor ” (Open Access) Res earch Articles Biomarkers “ Molecular D osimetry of DNA Adducts in Mice Exposed to Ethylene ...

Start Your 2027 SOT Preparation Today! Registration and Hotel Reservations Now Open for the 2027 SOT Annual Meeting and ToxExpo

By James Luyendyk posted 2 days ago
Registration and hotel reservations are now open for the SOT 66th Annual Meeting and ToxExpo , taking place March 14 – 17, 2027, in San Antonio, Texas! Held exclusively in person at the Henry B. González Convention Center, the meeting will bring the toxicology community together to explore emerging science, exchange ideas, and make meaningful professional connections. Discover What’s Ahead in San Antonio From March 14–17, attendees can participate in Continuing Education courses, Featured and Scientific Sessions, Poster Sessions, the ToxExpo , and a variety of other special events . ...

Recognize Outstanding Contributions: Nominate a Colleague for the 2027 SOT Merit and Distinguished Toxicology Scholar Awards

By Reza Rasoulpour posted 2 days ago
Do you know an SOT member whose work has made an enduring impact on toxicology? Nominations are now open for the 2027 SOT Merit Award and Distinguished Toxicology Scholar Award. These prestigious honors recognize career-long contributions and seminal scientific accomplishments that continue to strengthen and advance the field. Merit Award The Merit Award recognizes an SOT member who has made distinguished contributions to toxicology throughout their career. These contributions may span research, teaching, regulatory activities, consulting, and service to SOT. The recipient receives ...

Nearly $98,000 in Funding Available Through 2027 SOT Supported Awards

By Reza Rasoulpour posted 2 days ago
Funding and specialized training can help turn promising ideas into meaningful advances in toxicology. SOT is now accepting applications for four 2027 Supported Awards. These opportunities support graduate student research and training, research involving alternatives to animal testing, and postdoctoral study in in vitro toxicology. Explore the awards below to find the opportunity that best aligns with your work. Bristol Myers Squibb Graduate Student Research Training Award to Promote Diversity in Toxicology This award supplements research and training resources for Black/African ...

The 2027 SOT Award Season Is Here!

By Reza Rasoulpour posted 20 days ago
The 2027 SOT Award Season has begun, and now is the time to recognize the scientists, mentors, students, and colleagues whose work continues to strengthen and advance the field of toxicology. Each year, SOT honors outstanding achievements across the discipline through a wide range of awards supported by SOT Committees, Component Groups, and related organizations. These awards celebrate excellence in research, education, service, leadership, mentorship, risk assessment, regulatory toxicology, and other important areas of the science . Many award recipients will be recognized during the 2027 SOT Annual Meeting and ...

Tiny Tox Talks Coming to San Antonio

By Robyn Tanguay posted 26 days ago
SOT will be continuing the extremely popular Tiny Tox Talks program in San Antonio . Members are now invited to submit their Tiny Tox Talk proposals for 2027 ! As a reminder, Tiny Tox Talks are mini presentations, lasting no more than 20 minutes including Q&A, delivered by SOT members in the semi-enclosed , 50-seat Tiny Tox Theater in the ToxExpo Exhibit Hall . The theater comes fully equipped with a large monitor, laptop, and microphone , but pres entation slides are optional . T hese sessions are designed to be informal, interactive, and fun! ...

ToxSci Volume 209, Issue 6 Available

By Robyn Tanguay posted 26 days ago
Volume 209, Issue 6 of Toxicological Sciences is available now. Contemporary Review Neurotoxicology “ Temporal Dynamics of Neuroinflammation in Response to Environmental Exposure ” (Free to Read) Systematic Review s Environmental Toxicology “ Airborne Contaminant Exposure and Bone Development: A Systematic Review and Meta- a nalysis ” (Open Access) Organ - Specific Toxicology “ Zearalenone Exposure and the Mammalian Gut Microbiome: A Systematic Review of the Literature ” “ ...

Around the World of Toxicology: July 2026 Activities Update

By Dana Dolinoy posted 07-01-2026
Each month, SOT provides an update on activities and events of importance to the toxicology community through the release of the “Around the World of Toxicology” blog. To submit an event, opportunity, or information for consideration for inclusion in the monthly “Around the World of Toxicology” blog, complete the special submission form for “Around the World of Toxicology” items . Please note that only activities by societies and professional associations (i.e., nonprofits) will be considered. If you are an organization or company seeking to promote an event, please submit your activity to the SOT “ Calendar of Events ...

Toxicological Sciences Impact Factor Rises to 5.2

By Dana Dolinoy posted 07-01-2026
Toxicological Sciences continues to demonstrate its influence in the field of toxicology, with the journal’s 2025 Impact Factor increasing to 5.2 . This marks the second consecutive year of growth for ToxSci , following a Journal Impact Factor of 4.1 in 2024 and 3.4 in 2023. The latest increase reflects the continued strength, relevance, and reach of the research published in the journal. ToxSci also improved its standing within the t oxicology journal category, now ranking 16 out of 106 journals, up from 23 out of 106 last year. Recently released Scopus CiteScore metrics ...

Details on How OMB Rule Could Impact SOT and Its Members

By James Luyendyk posted 07-01-2026
The US Office of Management and Budget (OMB) recentl y published a proposed rule titled “ Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance. ” The new OMB rule threaten s to undermine the financial stability and influence of SOT by severely restricting how researchers may use federal grant funds for membership dues, conference attendance, and publications costs.  These sweeping changes could jeopardize the Society’s ability to support its members and advance the field of t oxicology. Areas of Concern Conference attendance:  The proposed rule would impose strict pre-approval ...

Regulation and Policy Update: NIH Funding and Disruptions and OMB Proposal’s Potential Effects on Science and Publishing

By James Luyendyk posted 06-25-2026
Throughout the year, SOT is approached by like-minded organizations to lend its support to varying issues and recommendations. This blog contains a summary of a recent action by SOT related to regulations and public policy. It also contains other policy items and opportunities that may be of interest to SOT members. Letter on NIH Funding and Barriers Disrupting Funding SOT joined 89 other organizations in signing a letter to the leaders of the US House of Representatives and Senate concerning “barriers … that are disrupting National Institutes of Health (NIH)-funding research at institutions throughout the country and undermining the ...

SOT Weekly Update Moves to Bimonthly Format

By Dana Dolinoy posted 06-25-2026
To streamline SOT communications, the SOT Weekly Update is transforming into a bimonthly newsletter. This newsletter will be delivered at 5:00 pm (US ET) on the 1st and 15th of every month or on the closest following non-holiday weekday . As part of this change, blogs will be released throughout the month, so you can always find the latest news and information from the blog feed on the ToXchange or SOT website homepages. This change will be effective as of July 1, 2026. #Communique:SOTNews

Beyond Toxicology: Do We Need a Reformation or Revolution in Science?

By Johanna Elizabeth Ku posted 06-18-2026
Scientists are expected to conduct experiments and report their findings with scientific integrity . The reason is that these findings guide public policy decisions and have real- world impacts . F or more than a decade, some practitioners of toxicology and related fields have been waving the red flag that there ’ s an erosion of scientific integrity that must be seriously addressed . This was one of the drivers behind organizing the Roundtable Session “Does Toxicology Need a Reformation? A Debate About Scientific Integrity . ”. As briefly explained at the beginning ...

ToxSci Volume 209, Issue 5 Available

By Robyn Tanguay posted 06-11-2026
Volume 209, Issue 5 of Toxicological Sciences is available now. Research Articles Developmental and Reproductive Toxicology “ Late Gestational Exposure to Flutamide Alters Stromal Composition and Immune Landscape in the Rat Mammary Gland During Pre-puberty, Peri-puberty, and Adulthood ” (Open Access) “ Gestational and Lactational Exposure to Phthalates and Nanoplastics Induces Inflammation and Oxidative Imbalance in the Prostate of Adult Rats ” Environmental Toxicology “ Benzene- I nduced Pulmonary Dysfunction ...

In Memoriam: Alan M. Goldberg

By Dana Dolinoy posted 06-11-2026
SOT has learned that Emeritus member Alan M. Goldberg, PhD, passed away on June 9, 2026. Dr. Goldberg founded the Johns Hopkins Center for Alternatives to Animal Testing (CAAT) and was recently inducted into the CAAT 3Rs Hall of Honors. Dr. Goldberg also was the recipient of the SOT Enhancement of Animal Welfare Award in 2001. For additional information, please see the CAAT tribute to Dr. Goldberg . 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.  #Communique:SOTNews #InMemoriam

Nominate SOT Members for SOT Council and Elected Committees by June 26

By Laurie Haws posted 06-11-2026
Do you know an SOT member who would make an excellent leader of the Society? Please nominate them for the upcoming 202 7 –202 8 SOT election. The SOT Nominating Committee will review the nominations and prepare a slate of nominees for the 20 2 7 –20 2 8 elected O fficers and elected C ommittees in the coming months . When making your nomination, p lease consider the member’s work ethic and commitment to the SOT mission of “ creating a safer and healthier world by advancing the science and increasing the impact of toxicology. ” For service on ...

Proposed Changes to Federal Policies Governing Research Funding and Scientific Activities

By James Luyendyk posted 06-04-2026
SOT would like to make its members aware of proposed changes to federal policies governing research funding and scientific activities, as described in the “ Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance ” proposed rule (Docket OMB-2026-0034). The proposed changes represent a broad update to the framework that supports federally funded research across the United States, including grants, cooperative agreements, and other forms of assistance. This includes how scientific proposals are evaluated, funded, and managed. The proposed revisions have real potential to affect long-standing practices, including the role of expert peer review, international collaboration, ...

Relive the 2026 SOT Annual Meeting Through SOT Reporter Recaps

By Dana Dolinoy posted 06-04-2026
More than 2 0 recaps of Scientific Sessions, poster presentations, and Tiny Tox Talks held during the 2026 SOT Annual Meeting and ToxExpo are now available on the SOT blog . These recaps were written by SOT Reporters, who are individuals who volunteer to write about sessions and events that they attend during the SOT Annual Meeting. Thank you to all who contributed! “ Advancing Approaches for Identifying Potential Thyroid-Disrupting Chemicals ” by Talia Sager “ Are We Human? Or Are We Integrated? ” by Krista Enos “ A Candid Look at the Communication Challenges ...

The Effects of PFAS on Skin Pigmentation and Melanoma Vulnerability

By Dana Dolinoy posted 06-04-2026
This   blog   is being shared under the   SOT Secretary’s   name as part of their official duties and should not be interpreted as their personal or professional opinions.     This blog was written by Talia Sager. During the 2026 Poster Session “ Late-Breaking 3,” I spoke with Shaligram Sharma , PhD, UL Research Institutes’ Chemical Insights , about the work presented in his poster, “Disruption of Melanin Synthesis and Cellular Stress Pathways in Melanocytes Following PFAS Exposure.” The study explores emerging and critical question s : how do PFAS chemicals alter melanocyte ...

Around the World of Toxicology: June 2026 Activities Update

By Dana Dolinoy posted 05-28-2026
Each month, SOT provides an update on activities and events of importance to the toxicology community through the release of the “Around the World of Toxicology” blog. To submit an event, opportunity, or information for consideration for inclusion in the monthly “Around the World of Toxicology” blog, complete the special submission form for “Around the World of Toxicology” items . Please note that only activities by societies and professional associations (i.e., nonprofits) will be considered. If you are an organization or company seeking to promote an event, please submit your activity to the SOT “ Calendar of Events ...