Please join us in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina as we continue to grow the impact of the society and the meeting as a place where 21st-Century non-animal science and policy flourish across sectors, stakeholders, countries, and generations.

**Please note: There will be NO same-day registration.**

Registration is now CLOSED.

This is to comply with RTI International's campus security policies; no exceptions will be made. Changes can be made to your reservation by contacting the Secretary.

 PROGRAM | VENUE | SPONSORS | CE COURSES | AWARDS 

The meeting will feature: 

• Multiple oral and poster presentation sessions
• Regulatory-focused panel discussion
• A practical risk assessment workshop
• Continuing Education courses
• Presenter and travel awards
• Reception, mentoring, and other networking opportunities with regulatory, research, and industry toxicologists

IMPORTANT LINKS

• Check instructions for authors.
• Online program: https://virtual.oxfordabstracts.com/#/event/35929/program
  
  

VENUE

We are excited to announce that the meeting will be held at the Research Triangle Institute International (RTI) campus in Research Triangle Park, NC.

3040 E Cornwallis Rd
Research Triangle Park, NC 27709
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Security Procedures: Please note that RTI building security procedures require advanced registration. See registration information for more details. 

PLANNING YOUR ARRIVAL

• The primary meeting venue will be on the main floor of the HOLDEN BUILDING.
• Please have a valid (unexpired) form of government-issued photo identification when you arrive for the meeting; you will be requested to show ID during the security check-in.
• Signs will be posted at the entrance and near the parking lot to direct you to the correct building.
• DRIVING YOURSELF: There will be signs to direct you to the parking lot; there is no fee for parking.
• ARRIVING VIA TAXI OR RIDE SHARE: Your driver will be able to drop you off in front of the Holden Building.

Lodging

A block of discounted rooms was available for booking through October 1st, 2024.  If you call the hotel directly, you may still be able to receive the discounted rate of $115/night but the online booking link is no longer active (any discounts are at the discretion of the hotel).

4810 Page Creek Lane
Durham, NC 27703
Telephone: 919-941-6000

SPONSOR APPRECIATION

The meeting would not be possible without our sponsors! Thank you the following organizations for their support. Please check the sponsorship section if you would like to become a sponsor.

PLATINUM

GOLD

SILVER

BRONZE

SPONSORSHIP

Please show your organization's or company's investment in 21st-Century Toxicology by supporting the meeting. View the Sponsorship Prospectus for more information. Contact [email protected] to sign on or to discuss bespoke recognition packages.

PROGRAM

A draft online program is now available via Oxford Abstracts. This program will be updated as submissions are received and accepted and is subject to change. 

 Scientific sessions include the following topics:

• Tools for cardiotoxicity
• Addressing sex differences in toxicology
• Developmental Neurotoxicity
• Focus session and panel discussion on regulatory implementation needs for inhalation
• New approaches for botanical safety assessment
• PK/IVIVE session and workshop

REGISTRATION

Registration is now CLOSED.

Registration includes:

• All scientific sessions
• Lunches Monday - Wednesday; light breakfast Monday; refreshments throughout the meeting
• Monday evening reception
• Tuesday evening Mentoring event

Morning Continuing Education courses will be offered for an additional fee, which will include breakfast.

Cancellation of registration is allowed before October 10th less an administrative fee of $25. After October 10th, your registration fee is non-refundable. Please contact [email protected] to cancel your registration.

CE COURSES

PLEASE NOTE: Individuals who have already registered for the meeting may be able to add CE Courses to their registration.  If you would like to add or change CE Courses to your already-submitted registration, please contact [email protected] as soon as possible.  Admittance to CE Courses after the registration deadline will be at the discretion of the course instructors.

*Student and trainee attendees must be a student/trainee member of ASCCT to receive special rates or join during registration. Students and trainees are defined as those enrolled in a bachelor, master, or PhD program or equivalent, post-graduate programs or fellowships, or working in a temporary post-doctoral position. A verification letter from your advisor needs to be provided. Please contact us if you need help with your registration. 

Four CE Courses will be held during the meeting, two each from 7:30-9:30 October 29th and 30th. See the online program for more details (individual speaker abstracts will be provided shortly).

Breakfast will be provided during the courses.

Tuesday October 29th

• CE 1: Navigating Software and Database Updates to ToxCast: Targeted Bioactivity Data for Toxicology
• CE 2: Pharmacokinetic Parameters and Cell Morphology Data for Predicting Toxicity Using Machine Learning

Wednesday October 30th 

• CE 3: Navigating chemical space in association with experimental and predicted toxicity data to identify relevant analogues for hazard and risk assessment
• CE 4: Going from In Vitro to Causality: Cutting Edge Statistical Approaches and Considerations

AWARDS

The ASCCT offers a number of awards before and during the meeting. See below for information and visit the awards page to learn about past awardees.

Travel Awards

This year, ASCCT will be offering two travel awards in advance of the meeting, to assist with the costs of traveling to the meeting. Key details:

• The awards will cover meeting registration costs, plus travel, lodging, and food expenses (receipts must be provided).
• At least 1 award will be provided to someone from Mexico, Central, or South America
• At least 1 award will be provided to a student or post-doctoral trainee

Edward Carney Predictive Toxicology Award

Dr. Edward Carney was an active and dedicated member of the ASCCT, and a partner, mentor, and friend to many in our fields. His passion and leadership will continue to inspire investigators in in vitro and in silico toxicology through the Edward Carney Predictive Toxicology Award. This award will be provided to the first author of a winning presentation at each ASCCT annual meeting. The winner will receive a $500 cash award to assist with travel and/or research expenses.

Ray Tice Tox21 Student Award

Also, Dr. Ray Tice, a leader in the development and use of high-throughput test methods and other alternatives, established the Tox21 Student Award, which will be awarded to the graduate student first author of a winning poster or oral presentation. The winner will receive a $500 cash award to assist with travel and/or research expenses.

Suzanne Fitzpatrick Student Travel Award

Dr. Suzanne Fitzpatrick has been a leader in facilitating the evaluation and use of NAMs for FDA-regulated products for many years. In recognition of this, she was awarded the William and Eleanor Cave Award in 2020, and with those funds Dr. Fitzpatrick has generously established a student travel award. One award will be available to reimburse travel expenses (up to $1000) for a student (any level) flash or PDF poster presenter.

Poster Awards

Awards will be given for Flash and PDF poster presenters. Amounts to be determined.

Award application submissions are now closed.