CHEM 482 Toxicology

3 semester hours

An introduction to the principles of toxicology, emphasizing cellular mechanisms, e.g., cell signaling, mutagenesis, and/or carcinogenesis. Topics will also include dose-response, toxicokinetics, risk assessment, effects of toxicants on the environment, and approaches that can decrease the amounts of toxicants in the environment.

Prerequisite: CHEM 370 or consent of instructor.