Dr. Erica Bruce Leads 2025 Lone Star SOT Regional Meeting

The 2025 Lone Star Society of Toxicology (LSSOT) regional meeting, hosted at Baylor University and coordinated by Dr. Erica Bruce brought together toxicologists from academia, industry, and government for a two-day scientific engagement. The meeting featured a structured program including a keynote address from Dr. Nishad Jayasundara, platform presentations, and a poster session, emphasizing contemporary issues and emerging research in toxicology via the meeting theme" Integrative Toxicology: Toward Sustainable &Predictive Tools: Bridging Omics, Environment and Novel Models."

A strong focus was placed on trainee development, with opportunities for students and early-career scientists to present their work and receive feedback, as well as participate in mentoring activities such as a networking dinner. The agenda also incorporated collaborative discussions and informal interactions designed to strengthen regional professional connections and foster interdisciplinary engagement. Overall, the meeting served as a key regional forum advancing toxicological science while supporting education, mentorship, and professional networking within the Texas toxicology community.