(PhD) Fundamental and Applied Toxicology

The objective of this program is to promote training in higher education teaching and research, while encouraging young doctoral students to develop a critical and reflective approach to teaching that supports student learning. This is achieved through the study of human exposure to environmental pollutants—whether airborne, dietary, or occupational—and the establishment of scientific principles derived from the toxic actions of various substances.

The program addresses the chemical nature of hazardous substances, their metabolism and modes of action, as well as risk assessment, with the aim of improving the evaluation of toxin effects at the molecular, cellular, and organ levels. It also seeks to understand their mechanisms of action in a comprehensive way, in response to current concerns in toxicology and safety (e.g., pharmaceuticals and cosmetics, food quality).

Targeted skills include:

• Designing and implementing research and development projects within the framework of chemical risk assessment.
• Demonstrating the ability to critically analyze scientific results and contribute to related strategic decision-making.
• Assessing the regulatory compliance of a chemical substance or product based on experimental or modeled data.
• Disseminating research findings and discussing them through scientific publications.

Each participant benefits from the support of a faculty tutor, responsible for answering their questions, guiding them in their participation in the chosen training cycle, and ensuring their steady progress throughout the program.