ULM College of Pharmacy

Toxicology is the study of harmful effects of chemicals on people, animals and other living ogranisms. Most of the good life we have is because we use chemicals properly, including medicines, pesticides and cleaning products. Misunderstanding what chemicals can do sometimes leads to over-exposure and poisoning or, conversely, unnecessary anxiety and fear of chemicals that are relatively harmless when used properly. Toxicologists are the scientists who help decide how much is too much of a good thing.

The University of Louisiana at Monroe Toxicology Program was the first of its kind in the South and is currently one of only six nationally. The Toxicology Program is administered by the Department of Toxicology within the College of Pharmacy. The Toxicology curriculum consists of a four-year program designed to include a solid foundation in basic sciences, a broad background in Toxicology with several specialized courses and sufficient non-science courses to provide the student with a well-rounded education. The Toxicology coursework spans the field of clinical, environmental, and industrial toxicology. Within the field of Industrial Toxicology, special emphasis is given to Industrial Hygiene theory and practice.

Opportunities exist for qualified students majoring in toxicology to participate in toxicology research through the ULM Emerging Scholars program or through the Department of Toxicology internship program. These programs allow students to work under the direction of a faculty researcher and contribute to his/her research program. In this setting, the student will also have the opportunity to work with advanced doctoral students and postdoctoral fellows in addition to the faculty scientist.

Applicants for admission to the Toxicology Program must meet the general admission requirements of the University. Both freshmen and transfer students are encouraged to apply. Applications are to be submitted to the University Admissions Office.

Toxicology Mission Statement

Careers in Toxicology

For further information regarding the Toxicology program at ULM, please contact:

Dr. Kevin Baer
Department Head, Toxicology Program
Waste Management Endowed Professor of Toxicology
700 University Ave.
Monroe, LA 71209
Phone: 318-342-1698
Fax: 318-342-1606
Email: baer@ulm.edu

For information regarding Graduate Studies within the College of Pharmacy, including Toxicology, please contact:

Dr. Paul W. Sylvester
Pfizer Endowed Professor of Pharmacology
College of Pharmacy
The University of Louisiana at Monroe
700 University Ave.
Monroe, LA 71209
Telephone: 318-342-1958
Fax: 318-342-1737
Email: sylvester@ulm.edu