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About the Society of Toxicology (SOT)

SOT is a professional and scholarly organization of scientists dedicated to creating a safer and healthier world by advancing the science and increasing the impact of toxicology.

SOT operates under four guiding principles:

  • Serving the needs of the scientific discipline and our members to enhance human, animal, and environmental health.
  • Life-long learning and intellectual scientific stimulation.
  • Diversity of representation in all activities of the Society.
  • Integrity.
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Commitment to Research

SOT is committed to research that advances its mission to create a safer and healthier world.

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Commitment to Diversity

SOT is committed to diversity and inclusiveness in all their forms as part of all Society activities.

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Welcome to the Society of Toxicology website

ToxSci Journal

The mission of Toxicological Sciences, the official journal of the Society of Toxicology, is to publish a broad spectrum of impactful research in the field of toxicology.

SOT members receive free or discounted access to the journal. Plus, it is free to publish in ToxSci as the journal does not charge page or submission fees.


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At a-Glance: SOT Resources

Assets from Partners

SOT has relationships with many like-minded organizations, providing SOT members with opportunities for individual and group action.

Meeting Funding

SOT has funds available to support meetings and activities consistent with the Society’s global priorities.

Undergraduate Education

SOT has an educator community, as well as tools for teaching toxicology, integrating the discipline into other courses, and more.

Regional Chapters

The SOT Regional Chapters foster scientific exchange on a local level by hosting regional meetings and events.

Special Interest Groups

The SOT Special Interest Groups explore scientific issues related to specific communities through various activities.

Specialty Sections

The SOT Specialty Sections discuss science around particular research areas by engaging in a variety of functions.

Upcoming Meetings

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Virtual 2021 SOT Annual Meeting

The 2021 SOT Annual Meeting and ToxExpo scheduled to take place March 14–18, in Orlando, Florida will be held as a virtual event. More information to come.

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Postponed until 2021

FutureTox V

This fifth meeting in the FutureTox series will explore new technologies being used to evaluate organ-specific effects of drugs and chemicals.

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