The evolution of Toxicology

Toxicology, in simple terms, is the science that studies the effects of xenobiotic agents on living organisms and ecosystems. It plays an active role in society by advising how to mitigate, control or prevent deleterious effects of toxicants on health and the environment. As a multidisciplinary science Toxicology continues to expand and evolve adopting concepts from different fields and adapting to new challenges. Few disciplines can achieve the perfect balance between the production of science and direct application, Toxicology may be unique in this regard.