A Small Dose Toxicology History

• An Introduction to the History of Toxicology

The history of toxicology is rich with personalities, political intrigue, warfare, regulation, and, most importantly, lessons learned. It begins with early humans’ need for survival, which required an understanding the potential hazards of the plants and animals they encountered. Early experimentation with plants was driven by an interest in curing various ailments of body and spirit.

Milestones of Toxicology - an interactive poster

The Milestones of Toxicology poster was created by Steven G. Gilbert and Toxipedia:Toni Hayes in 2006 for the 45th Society of Toxicology meeting. The poster is interactive - click on a square to get more information. To open or download the clickable Milestone click HERE - too learn more about toxicology history on Toxipedia go HERE.

Arabic Translation of Milestones of Toxicology poster is HERE.

Chapter Outline

History of Toxicology – Lessons Learned
Introduction - Antiquity
Early Poisons
Toxicological Sciences
Recognizing Hazards
Regulation
Conclusion
History of Toxicology Resources

History Resources from Toxipedia

• Toxicology History Room
• Lessons Learned
• Toxicology on This Day
• History of Toxicology

History of Toxicology Chapter

• A Small Dose of Toxicology History - chapter pdf

PowerPoint presentation

• A Small Dose of Toxicology History - PowerPoint presentation

More Information and References

General References

• Gallo MA. History and Scope of Toxicology. In: Klaassen CD, editor. Casarett & Doull’s Toxicology - The Basic Science of Poisons. 7th ed. New York: McGraw-Hill Company; 2008. p. 3-10.
• Hayes, AN and Gilbert, SG. Historical milestones and discoveries that shaped the toxicology sciences. In Molecular, Clinical and Environmental Toxicology. Volume 1: Molecular Toxicology Series: Experientia Supplementum , Vol. 99 Luch, Andreas (Ed.) 2009, XIV, 470 p. 90 illus., Hardcover. ISBN: 978-3-7643-8335-0.
• Stirling DA. History of toxicology and allied sciences: a bibliographic review and guide to suggested readings. Int J Toxicol 2006; 25(4):261-8.
• Watson KD, Wexler P, and Holmgren, S. Highlights in the History of Toxicology. In: Information Resources in Toxicology, Wexler, P, Hakkinen. PJ, Mohapatra, A., and Gilbert, SG 4th Ed. New York: Academic Press; 2009.