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Tox2all Brings Toxicology to Life for Kids at the Rochester Museum & Science Center
Tuesday, September 2, 2025
Children and families gathered at the Rochester Museum & Science Center for Tox2all, an outreach event designed to introduce young learners to the world of toxicology in an interactive and engaging way. Organized by Dr. Marissa Sobolewiski, the event transformed science into a hands-on experience that connected complex topics to everyday life. Each booth featured activities that invited kids to explore how toxicology influences health and the environment. At one station, participants learned about skin cancer prevention and the role of sunscreen in protecting against harmful UV rays. Children not only took part in the activity but also gained a deeper understanding of how toxicology links to personal health. To keep the learning going, each child left with a take-home kit to continue their exploration. By combining science with play, Tox2all highlighted the importance of early education in health and safety—showing that even complex topics like toxicology can be both fun and accessible.
Alma Avila Oropeza Awarded Toxicology Mentoring Award
Monday, June 2, 2025
Alma Avila Oropeza received a Toxicology Mentoring award from the University of Rochester Department of Environmental Medicine in recognition of her exceptional commitment to mentoring. The award was presented during the annual Toxicology Training Program Retreat, held on May 29, 2025.
Rintaro Kato Awarded Most Inquisitive Student Award
Monday, June 2, 2025
Rintaro Kato received the Most Inquisitive Student award from the University of Rochester Department of Environmental Medicine in recognition of his consistent and thoughtful questions. The award was presented during the annual Toxicology Training Program Retreat, held on May 29, 2025.
Hossein Abolhassani Receives UR CTSI Pilot Grant for Innovative 3D Tissue Innervation System
Tuesday, April 15, 2025
Hossein Abolhassani as a PI mentored by Drs. Lisa DeLouise, PhD MPD, and Benjamin Miller was awarded a pilot project grant for the work on the Development of a modular microphysiological system to innervate 3D tissues for disease modeling and toxicity testing. This project is funded by the University of Rochester Clinical and Translational Science Institute (UR CTSI) in collaboration with the National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences (NCATS) at the NIH.