Tuesday, September 23, 2025

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel - Waterfront Ballroom II

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The Toxicology and Environmental Health Committee proposes to cover the maternal exposure to drugs and environmental pollutants. Exposure of the mother to toxins during pregnancy presents unique risks to both mother and child, with potential long-term health impacts that span generations. The proposed symposium objective is to explore latest research and evolving perspectives on maternal-fetal health in the context of environmental exposures. Beginning with an in-depth examination of mechanisms and implications of maternal-fetal exposure, the aim is to uncover how toxicants and pharmaceuticals cross placental barriers and their potential impacts on fetal development. Next, a literature review on human studies will be highlighted by a young scientist to show evidence, trends and gaps in prenatal exposure and its associations with child health outcomes. Innovative assessment methodologies, discussing technological advances in screening, monitoring and experimental models that allow for early detection and better prediction of maternal-child health risks will be covered.