Nanotoxicology

Catalog description

The objective is to provide students with an overview of the field of toxicology and an introduction to the principles, methods, and current challenges for research on the toxicology of engineered nanomaterials. Students will gain a basic understanding of how chemicals cause toxicity; how chemical toxicities are measured at the population, organ, cell, and molecular levels; how different organs or individuals differ in their responses to toxicant exposure; and how toxicities and health risks of engineered nanomaterials are assessed. Students will also conduct literature analysis, and debate current cases in nanotoxicology research. The course not only provides students with essential background for comprehension of the vast literature on topics related to nanotoxicology, but it also prepares students for a career in areas related to the safety of nanomaterials.