President’s Message

Dear AACT members:

It is with great honor and sincere gratitude that I step into the role of President of AACT for the 2026–2027 term. I am deeply thankful for the trust and support of our members, and I am excited for the opportunity to serve this vibrant and dedicated community. Together, I am confident that we will continue to cultivate a strong network of Chinese-origin professionals committed to advancing the field of toxicology, fostering collaboration, and promoting scientific excellence.

As we embark on the 2026–2027 term, we will build upon the strong legacy of Excellence, Visibility, and Connection established by our previous leadership. I am delighted to share a range of initiatives planned for the year ahead, all designed to strengthen AACT’s impact and further promote collaboration, mentorship, and recognition within the toxicology community.

I am proud to celebrate the outstanding accomplishments of our members, including the recent recipients of SOT and AACT awards. These achievements reflect the remarkable dedication and talent within our community. Looking ahead, I strongly encourage all AACT members to nominate themselves or their colleagues for awards to further elevate the visibility of Chinese-origin toxicologists. AACT remains firmly committed to supporting SOT award nominations and session proposals to ensure strong representation of our members in SOT activities. To expand opportunities for recognition, the AACT Board is also working to establish additional award categories.

Strengthening connections—both within AACT and with the broader scientific community—remains a central priority. Supporting the career development of our members through mentorship and networking is core to our mission. Building on the success of past career workshops, AACT will continue to offer these impactful programs, with particular attention to supporting junior members as they launch and advance their careers. We also plan to expand regional networking activities and organize webinars to further enhance professional development opportunities.

In addition, AACT is committed to fostering strong partnerships with our sponsors by facilitating meaningful information exchange through AACT receptions, newsletters, our WeChat and LinkedIn groups, and networking events. This year, I will lead efforts to expand AACT’s fundraising initiatives and outreach activities. We welcome conversations with individuals and organizations interested in supporting and contributing to these efforts.

In closing, I would like to express my heartfelt appreciation to our Board members, volunteers, and all AACT members for their unwavering dedication and support. The strength and success of AACT depend on the active engagement of our community. Together, we will make the 2026–2027 term a prosperous, productive, and impactful year for AACT.

Sincerely,

Xiang Xue, PhD
President, AACT (2026–2027)