IUTOX 15th International Congress of Toxicology - Project Summary
Held every three years, the International Congress of Toxicology (ICT) is sponsored by the
International Union of Toxicology. This meeting provides a forum for discussing toxicological
problems facing developing countries and exchanging views on current issues with
toxicologists from all over the world, especially from developing countries and regions. The
15th ICT meeting (ICTXV), co-hosted and organized by the Society of Toxicology, will be held
July 15–18, 2019, at the Hawaii Convention Center in Honolulu, Hawaii. It is anticipated that
between 1,500 and 2,500 delegates from six continents will attend, ranging from developed to
developing countries and global regions in terms of economies, research
organizations/infrastructure, and public health initiatives. This meeting is an inclusive and
diverse program that highlights excellence in science and the practice of toxicology around the
globe. The program includes 112 invited speakers with a balance of interests of different
countries and world regions, with topics aimed toward improving human and environmental
health in countries with both robust and developing research and regulatory enterprises. The
congress offers scientists, government regulators, and members of industry the opportunity to
learn about the latest developments in toxicological science and regulation through general
Scientific Sessions and Continuing Education courses. Toxicologists from around the world will
share their recent findings, and attendees will learn about the most recent advances in the realm
of toxicology, hear from eminent international speakers and leading researchers, and be able to
discuss the complex issues that arise when drugs or chemicals adversely impact humans,
animals, and the environment. Junior and Senior Toxicologist Travel Fellowships are available
for scientists from developing or least developed countries to help support travel to the ICTXV
meeting. The travel awardees will return to their home countries in a better position to solve
numerous urgent toxicology issues.
