CHEM 5580 - Toxicology

Through a lecture/discussion format, the means by which toxicants exert their effects on mammalian, aquatic and ecological systems will be explored. Topics will include bioaccumulation, distribution and excretion of chemicals in the body, the role of metabolism in enhancing or reducing toxicity, mechanisms of toxicity and the effects of toxicants on the major organ systems. Chemodynamic processes which control exposure of organisms will be presented in the context of risk assessment, and the problems inherent in predicting and quantifying risks will be discussed.

Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisites: BIOS 3500, and [CHEM 3550 or CHEM 5540 with a grade of “C” or better], or instructor approval.

Credits: 3 hours

Notes: Open to Upperclass and Graduate students. Undergraduates with junior or senior status and 12 credit hours in chemistry may enroll in 5000-level courses with prior approval of the department chair.
Cross-Listed: This course is cross-listed with BIOS 5600.
When Offered: Fall.