Product Description

Toxicology is the science of poisons, embracing the physical and chemical study of all the known poisonous substances, as well as the methods of testing for them, their action on the living body, and the postmortem results they occasion. The Third Edition of this benchmark text once again proves the most authoritative resource on the subject for both students and practicing professionals.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #587594 in Books
• Published on: 2004-02-27
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Hardcover
• 584 pages

Review
"...a good, easy-to-read, and comprehensive reference work for all safety professionals involved in toxicology or those wishing to broaden their knowledge of the field." (Chemical Health and Safety, March-April 2005)

“…a useful introductory text and the new chapters are a valuable addition to the old edition…” (The British Toxicology Society, No 27, Winter 2005)

"Students and instructors in courses in environmental, veterinary, pharmacological and medical toxicology will find this an excellent modern textbook that benefits from the current writings of experts in all the key topics of modern toxicology." (Vet Human Toxicology, 46 (4) August 2004)

From the Back Cover
A state-of-the-art toxicology textbook—ideal for students and professionals

Toxicology is a multifaceted field that encompasses the physical and chemical study of all known poisonous substances. It involves the rigorous analysis of toxicants and their effects on living tissues, forensic toxicology, quality assurance principles, environmental toxicology, and related sciences. As the field of toxicology continues to rapidly evolve, a thorough understanding of its underlying principles remains vital.

Now in its third edition, A Textbook of Modern Toxicology is a unique resource that provides both students and practitioners with a wide-ranging, accessible overview of the discipline. Suitable for courses in environmental, pharmacological, medical, and veterinary toxicology, this essential text features chapters written by experts who address a range of key topics.

A Textbook of Modern Toxicology is distinguished by up-to-date insights into acute toxicity and chemical carcinogenesis, organ toxicity, in vitro and in vivo toxicity testing, ecological risk assessment, and many other areas of toxicology that help foster a solid comprehension of the field.

The new edition reflects the addition of new contributors who offer the

latest thinking in their respective areas of specialization and in their examination of emerging topics such as molecular biological aspects of technology. A Textbook of Modern Toxicology, Third Edition emphasizes the biochemical aspects of toxicology, underscoring the belief that progress in toxicology hinges on an understanding of the fundamentals of toxic action at the cellular and molecular levels. To reinforce the text material, the book features chapter-ending suggestions for further reading, a helpful glossary, and a special summary section.

About the Author
ERNEST HODGSON, PhD, has been a professor at North Carolina State University since 1961. He currently serves as the William Neal Reynolds Professor of Toxicology.

Customer Reviews

Modern Toxicology
I teach toxicology to physicians. It is tough to bridge both the theoretical side and the clinical side and not be too boring. This book is about as good as there is out there, but it is a little irregular in depth. But it is readable.

Hazardous Material Toxicology by Sullivan and Krieger is great for physicians but is thin on the theoretical aspects.

Cassaret and Doull is better suited for full time toxicologists and people with insomnia.

Perfect Introductory Textbook
This book is an excellent textbook for introducing fundamental principles and applications of toxicology without diluting the material and watering-down the complexity of toxicological principia practica. While a good source for basic theory, the book can also be employed as a recitational tool for more specialized toxicological inquiry.

Textbook of Modern Toxicology
My son loves this book, was actually already reading it prior to school even starting. He is a highschool senior doing independent study and he and his teacher both like the book.