The Society of Toxicology (SOT) Annual Meeting in March 2021 is going virtual!

Toxicologists address critical issues and make the world a healthier and safer place by studying the effects of physical, biological, and chemical agents on people, animals, and the environment. Many students who learn about the discipline of toxicology are excited about career opportunities that involve research and the potential to make a positive contribution to health and safety. More information on opportunities in toxicology can be found on the Undergraduate Programs flyer.

For students and faculty with research data to present, or educators with education abstracts, the Abstract Submission deadline is December 1. The undergraduate awards deadline is 11:59 pm ET October 26.

Undergraduate Diversity Program Student Awards

Students who are selected will have access to the multiple virtual activities of the Undergraduate Diversity Program; sophomores and juniors preferred; eligibility criteria include at least one of the following: students from diverse backgrounds including groups underrepresented in the sciences, first generation college, or from a primarily undergraduate institution that does not confer graduate degrees in biomedical disciplines. For questions, contact Shalimar Juan.

Student Award Description and Application Materials

SOT Undergraduate Research Award

National recognition for undergraduate students who have abstracts accepted for presentation at the Virtual 2021 SOT Annual Meeting. For questions, contact Betty Eidemiller.

Description and Application Materials

Annual Meeting Registration Waiver

Undergraduate students submit the Registration Form with a copy of their student ID via email to Jim Dailey, Meeting Registrar. For questions, contact Betty Eidemiller.

Undergraduate Education Program

A special program, part of the Virtual 2021 SOT Annual Meeting, will introduce students to toxicology and graduate studies and is open at no charge to undergraduates who register using the meeting registration form. For questions, contact Shalimar Juan.

Diversity Initiatives Endowment Career Development Award

Undergraduate and graduate students from groups underrepresented in the sciences can apply for the Diversity Initiatives Endowment Career Development Award for funding to participate in educational opportunities for professional development. Students plan an activity that would benefit their career progression. Award applications are accepted at any time but no later than May 1, 2021. For questions, contact Shalimar Juan.

Regional Chapter Participation

In addition, most SOT Regional Chapters conduct fall meetings and many have poster awards and/or special activities for undergraduates. Check the Regional Chapter map for the Regional Chapter in your area and then the component group meeting calendar for their events. For questions, contact Betty Eidemiller.