toxicology
Cell-Killing Proteins Suppress Listeria Without Killing Cells
What happens when proteins that kill cells as a defense mechanism decide to not kill cells? An NC State study reveals the answer.
NC State Researchers to Invite Fayetteville-Area Residents for GenX, PFAS Study
NC State’s GenX Exposure Study will study Fayetteville residents' water, blood and urine for the presence of certain chemical substances.
Q&A: Understanding and Avoiding Harmful Environmental Chemicals
In this Q&A, find out from biologist Heather Patisaul what everyday products might pose a danger to your health.
Obituary: Distinguished Toxicologist Ernest Hodgson
Ernest Hodgson, a longtime faculty member and pioneer in toxicology at NC State, passed away in early October.
Researcher to Study GenX Exposure in Cape Fear Fish, Alligators
An NC State toxicologist will study GenX exposure in striped bass, catfish and alligators that inhabit the Cape Fear River watershed.
Researchers Create More Complete Picture of Freshwater Toxic Algal Blooms
A two-year study of North Carolina’s Jordan Lake found that multiple cyanotoxins from toxic algal blooms are present year-round, albeit in very low concentrations.
Researchers Receive Grant to Study GenX Exposure in New Hanover County Residents
NC State researchers will lead a new study on GenX exposure in New Hanover County residents.
Prenatal Exposure to BPA at ‘Safe’ Levels Can Affect Gene Expression in Developing Rat Brain
New research finds that prenatal exposure to BPA at very low levels affects gene expression in the developing rat brain.
Technique Expedites Chemical Screening to Prioritize Toxicity Testing
A new technique that can determine in seconds if a chemical has the potential to activate key genes could be used to prioritize chemicals for in-depth toxicity testing.
Beer-Reviewed Science
At this casual event featuring beer and food trucks, Heather Patisaul and Scott Belcher of NC State's Toxicology Program will talk about BPA, endocrine disruptors and more.