Indian Institute of Toxicology Research
Indian Institute of Toxicology Research (IITR) is a premier research institute in India dedicated to the field of toxicology. It is one of the constituent laboratories of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), which is an autonomous body under the Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India.
History[edit | edit source]
The Indian Institute of Toxicology Research was established in 1965 as the Industrial Toxicology Research Centre (ITRC). The institute was later renamed IITR to reflect its broader scope and focus on toxicology research.
Research Areas[edit | edit source]
IITR conducts research in various areas of toxicology, including:
- Environmental toxicology
- Occupational toxicology
- Regulatory toxicology
- Nanotoxicology
- Food toxicology
- Genetic toxicology
- Clinical toxicology
Facilities[edit | edit source]
The institute is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities for conducting advanced research in toxicology. These include:
- Analytical chemistry laboratories
- Molecular biology laboratories
- Animal testing facilities
- In vitro testing facilities
- Computational toxicology resources
Achievements[edit | edit source]
IITR has made significant contributions to the field of toxicology, including:
- Development of toxicological risk assessment models
- Identification of biomarkers for various toxic substances
- Studies on the impact of environmental pollutants on human health
- Research on the safety and efficacy of nanomaterials
Collaborations[edit | edit source]
IITR collaborates with various national and international organizations, including:
- World Health Organization (WHO)
- United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
- Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
- National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS)
Education and Training[edit | edit source]
The institute offers various educational and training programs in toxicology, including:
- PhD programs
- Postdoctoral fellowships
- Short-term training courses
- Workshops and seminars
Location[edit | edit source]
IITR is located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India.
See Also[edit | edit source]
- Council of Scientific and Industrial Research
- Ministry of Science and Technology (India)
- Toxicology
- Environmental health
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External Links[edit | edit source]
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