IUTOX regrets to announce the passing of esteemed past Secretary-General Barbara Hales on July 12, 2024. Dr. Hales held the distinguished position of James McGill Professor in the Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics at McGill University. Her pioneering research established her as a leading authority on the effects of teratogens and environmental chemicals on human health.

Throughout her career, Dr. Hales made significant contributions to the field of toxicology, greatly enhancing our understanding of how various environmental factors influence developmental processes and health outcomes. Her work has had a profound impact on public health policies and scientific standards worldwide.

Dr. Hales's legacy will be remembered not only through her scientific contributions but also through her unwavering dedication to her colleagues, students, and the broader toxicology community. She will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing and working with her. Her full obituary may be read online.

IUTOX is the voice of toxicology on the global stage; the organization which seeks to increase the knowledge base of toxicological issues facing humankind and to extend this knowledge to developing societies and nations. Founded in 1980, IUTOX now has over 50 affiliated societies representing all six continents and over 30,000 toxicologists from industry, academia and government as members; offering a diverse and challenging perspective on every issue and development relating to the profession.

With the support of our partners, IUTOX continues to expand the services and education we provide to scientists around the world; in particular, for scientists in developing and least developed countries. The hands-on training and education that IUTOX is able to provide to underserved junior and senior scientists brings them one step closer to accessing the cutting edge science they need to address their local problems.