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Reproductive
and Development Toxicology Specialty Section
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RDTSS | Membership
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The Reproductive
and Developmental Toxicology Specialty Section (RDTSS) is a subgroup
of the Society of Toxicology
membership whose members have expertise and/or responsibility
for assessment of toxicology of the reproductive system of a
developing offspring. Included are all areas of male and
female reproduction,
developmental biology, teratology, and developmental and reproductive
toxicity risk assessment. The Section holds regular meetings
during the Annual SOT meetings to discuss topics of interest
to the membership.
In addition, the Section sponsors travel awards for students
who have done outstanding work, and sponsors
continuing education courses and symposia at the SOT Annual
Meetings. Elected officials consist of the President, Vice-President,
Vice-President
Elect, two Councilors, and the Secretary/Treasurer.
More about
RDTSS
- Bringing
together scientists trained and knowledgeable in a variety
of disciplines to apply various approaches to the understanding
of the structural, functional, endocrinologic, pathologic,
pharmacologic, toxicologic, and epidemiologic effects of agents
on reproduction and development for the purpose of evaluating
hazards and risks for the human population.
- Emphasizing
the multidisciplinary nature of research, development, and
risk assessment for effects on the structure and function of
the developing and mature reproductive system, as well as the
developing embryo, fetus, and child.
- Goals and
Objectives: The Reproductive and Developmental Toxicology
Specialty Section
of SOT is a specialty section whose objectives
are to: 1) serve as the focal point for interaction of members
of the Society of Toxicology interested in reproductive
and
developmental toxicology, 2) conduct programs and educational
activities that emphasize the latest developments in
reproductive and developmental toxicology, 3) relate those
developments
to the activities of the Society of Toxicology and stimulate
new growth in reproductive and developmental toxicology as
it relates to the science of toxicology, and 4) to act
as
a resource to the Society in the areas of the Section’s
interests.
Membership
Information
Call
to Join
The RDTSS Executive Committee and members would like to encourage you to join this active multidisciplinary Specialty Section.
We need colleagues in various disciplines who are interested in reproductive and developmental toxicology, endocrinology, children’s health, and related areas. We are especially interested in new student members and the ideas and interest they can bring to this Specialty Section.
RDTSS offers an annual award for best paper in Toxicological Sciences. Student awards are also given each year for the best presentations at the annual SOT meeting.
Reproductive and Developmental Toxicology Specialty Section
- Bringing together scientists trained and knowledgeable in a variety of disciplines to apply various approaches to the understanding of the structural, functional, endocrinologic, pathologic, pharmacologic, toxicologic, and epidemiologic effects of agents on reproduction and development for the purpose of evaluating hazards and risks for the human population.
- Emphasizing the multidisciplinary nature of research, development, and risk assessment for effects on the structure and function of the developing and mature reproductive system, as well as the developing embryo, fetus, and child.
Goals and Objectives
The Reproductive and Developmental Toxicology Specialty Section (RDTSS) of SOT is a specialty section whose objectives are to: 1) serve as the focal point for interaction of members of the Society of Toxicology interested in reproductive and developmental toxicology, 2) conduct programs and educational activities that emphasize the latest developments in reproductive and developmental toxicology, 3) relate those developments to the activities of the Society of Toxicology and to stimulate new growth in reproductive and developmental toxicology as it relates to the science of toxicology, and 4) to act as a resource to the Society in the area of the Section’s interest.
How to Join
You may join the SOT and RDTSS by filling out the On-Line
application.
Membership in RDTSS is $15 in addition to
SOT membership; students may join one specialty section
for no additional cost. If you are currently a member of SOT you may join RDTSS by using the SOT On-Line Membership Renewal Form.
Current members have a variety of backgrounds and work in all sectors of research, development, and risk assessment, including university, government, and industry settings. Research areas include whole animal, in vitro, and short-term assays, epidemiology, statistics, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacodynamics. Application of research to risk assessment and risk policy issues is also of interest to many members.
Benefits of Membership
Membership in RDTSS provides scientists interested in reproductive and developmental toxicology, endocrinology, children’s health, and other related areas with a focal group for interaction and exchange of ideas to advance the science in this area. The Specialty Section develops symposia, workshops, roundtables, and continuing education courses for the annual SOT meeting that address issues related to reproductive and developmental toxicology. You can participate in these activities by offering program ideas, helping to organize and/or speak in these programs, contacting speakers, etc. We need colleagues with new insight, energy, and enthusiasm to become involved, and especially invite students to join and participate
The RDTSS has played a prominent role in the program of past SOT meetings.
Program offerings have included symposia on Defining the Cellular and Molecular
Mechanisms of Toxicant Action in the Testis, Gene-Environment Interactions
In Utero: The Fetal Basis of Adult Disease, and Systems Biology: A New
Venue for Exploring Mechanisms of Developmental Toxicity; workshops on
Applications of Transgenic Models Towards Understanding Mechanisms of Developmental
and Reproductive Toxicology, Is There A Reproductive Risk Associated with
Exposure to Disinfection By-Products of Drinking Water?, and The National
Children's Study: Progress Developing Methods Appropriate for Assessing
Children's Exposure, Biomarkers, and Genetic Susceptibility; a roundtable
on Contribution of Neurobehavioral Assessment of Offspring to Hazard Identification
and Characterization; and continuing education courses on Alterations in
Gene Expression as a Mechanism of Toxicant Action, and Understanding Lifespan
Changes in Form and Function of the Female Reproductive System to Assess
and Interpret Toxicity.
Upcoming
Events
Information
to come.
Annual
Reports
Annual Report 2006–2007 (word doc)
Annual
Report 2005–2006 (word doc)
Annual
Report 2002–2003 (word doc)
Awards
| Award Title |
Reproductive and Developmental SS Best Reproductive/Developmental Toxicology Paper in Toxicological Sciences |
| Award Description
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RDTSS gives an award each year for the best paper related to reproductive and developmental toxicology in Toxicological Sciences. A committee reviews the previous year’s publications and selects the best paper in each journal.
Eligibility: Papers published during previous calendar year in Toxicological Sciences. At least one author must be a SOT member.
Papers are judged based on originality, scientific quality, and contribution to the field.
Winner receives: Achievement Plaque to lead author, certificates to co-authors.
Contact: Jodi Flaws (jflaws@uiuc.edu)
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| Deadline
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January 31, 2008 |
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| Award Title |
Reproductive and Developmental SS Student/Postdoc Award |
| Award Description
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RDTSS offers student awards each year for presentations made at the annual meeting. Three to four awards are given each year, with a plaque and monetary award for each ($500 first prize, $300 second prize, $100 third prize). Budget permitting, travel stipends are also awarded to other students competing for these best student presentation awards.
Submission of: A.) Abstract; B.) Letter of support from student/ postdoctoral fellow's sponsor; and C.) Cover letter outlining significance of work to field of reproductive toxicology. Electronic submissions are strongly encouraged.
Posters will be presented on Monday evening at the special Student Posters session. See Program for details.
Winner Receives: Plaque and cash.
Contact: Mark Hurtt at mark.e.hurtt@pfizer.com |
| Deadline
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March 1, 2008 |
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| Award Title |
Reproductive and Developmental SS Scientific Achievement Award |
| Award Description
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Annual award presented to an RDTSS member for lifetime achievement or for contribution of a particularly influential body of work to the field of reproductive and developmental toxicology.
Awardee will be selected from among membership nominations by the RDTSS Executive Committee. Nominations should include a short narrative or list of the accomplishments upon which the nomination is based.
Winner receives: Plaque
Contact: Jerry Heindel (heindelj@niehs.nih.gov) Past President RDTSS |
| Deadline
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February 10, 2008 |
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Contact
SOT HQ
for further questions.
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