Toxicology

On this page you'll find a hub of resources for those working in toxicology, including links to upcoming College and CPD-accredited events.

Members of the College working in the field of Toxicology:

• Help identify potential side effects of medicines and chemicals before exposure to humans and the environment.
• Advise on the safe use of medicines and chemicals.
• Obtain regulatory approval for clinical trials and for commercial use of medicines and chemicals.
• Diagnose potential cases of human intoxication.

As such toxicologists and pathologists working in this area do so in a range of settings, including the health service, industry (pharmaceutical and chemical), regulatory authorities and commercial / private laboratories.

Upcoming events

Northern Ireland Symposium 2026 - From Diagnosis to Recovery: Pathology Improving Every Step of the Patient Journey

20 October 2026
Northern Ireland

Liver Pathology Bitesize Webinars - Hepatic cysts

4 November 2026

Educational Update 2026

6 November 2026

International Pathology Day 2026 – virtual meeting

11 November 2026

Autopsy webinar series – Cervical spine injury

18 November 2026

Advances in Transfusion Medicine Symposium 2026 - Organised by RCPath and SHOT

25–26, November 2026 (2 days)

Events Calendar

Toxicology resources

More resources for pathologists

Continuing Professional Development (CPD)

Patient safety and quality improvement