Understanding how chemicals affect human health and toxicity
Official title: Division of Chemical Toxicology Symposia at the 268th National ACS meeting
Funded at Beckman Research Institute/city of Hope · NIH-11000697 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping scientists understand how certain chemicals can make us sick and sharing that knowledge with others, so they can work together to improve health and safety for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Beckman Research Institute/city of Hope NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Duarte, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $6,000 |
| NIH project number | 1R13ES036856-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11000697 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include researchers, graduate students, and early-career scientists interested in chemical toxicology and its impact on health.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in research or academia may not directly benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing knowledge about the chemical mechanisms that lead to diseases and the toxicity of various substances, including drugs and environmental agents. It aims to create a platform for scientists to share their findings and foster collaborations between academia, industry, and policy makers. The program will feature thematic symposia with presentations from both established and emerging researchers, providing insights into toxicological predictions and their implications for human health. Additionally, it supports the professional development of early-career scientists through travel awards and networking opportunities.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and management of chemical toxicity, ultimately enhancing public health outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Similar initiatives have successfully fostered collaboration and knowledge sharing in the field of chemical toxicology, indicating a positive precedent for this approach.
Where this research is happening
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Beckman Research Institute/city of Hope
Duarte, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Shuck, Sarah C. — Beckman Research Institute/city of Hope
- Study coordinator: Shuck, Sarah C.
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.