Toxicology is the scientific study of the adverse effects of chemical, physical, or biological agents on living organisms and the environment. It integrates principles from biology, chemistry, pharmacology, and medicine to understand the mechanisms of toxicity, dose-response relationships, and risk assessment. Toxicologists analyze exposure pathways and evaluate toxic substances’ short-term and long-term impacts, including carcinogenicity, mutagenicity, and reproductive effects. This discipline is vital in developing safer drugs, chemicals, food additives, and consumer products.

Modern toxicology also leverages omics technologies and computational models to assess complex toxic responses and predict outcomes in humans. Regulatory toxicology helps establish exposure limits and informs public health decisions. Toxicology plays a pivotal role in safeguarding human and environmental health, ensuring chemical safety in industrial, pharmaceutical, and environmental contexts. The Journal of Toxicology: Current Research publishes original research, reviews, and case studies highlighting recent advances, innovations, and applications in the field, contributing to the understanding of toxic agents and protective interventions.