About ESTIV - the NAMs society | European Society of Toxicology In Vitro

The European Society of Toxicology In Vitro (ESTIV) is for already 30 years the leading organisation in Europe that strengthens the scientific network of in vitro and in silico toxicologists and promotes toxicology based on New Approach Methodologies (NAMs), both scientifically and educationally in all countries of Europe.

Since the first European Meeting (International Workshop on the Application of Tissue Culture in Toxicology, July 1980, Soesterberg, The Netherlands), in vitro toxicology has aroused increasing interest in Europe, and a new scientific community has developed within this field.

Formally established in 1994, ESTIV is a society that aims to….

Promote in vitro and in silico toxicology scientifically and educationally
Encourage research and use of 3R alternative methodologies
Advance education and training of in vitro and in silico toxicology
Foster scientific exchange on in vitro and in silico toxicology
Strengthen the scientific network and facilitate communication between academia, industry and regulators
Cooperate with similar organizations and societies

ESTIV’s activities encompass:

The international ESTIV Congresses organized every even year,
The organization of applied and practical educational and training courses
The organization and promotion of scientific workshops on a regular basis,
Distribution of information on in vitro and in silico toxicology
Support to similar organizations and societies worldwide
Attracting and integrating young scientists
Scientific awards and travel bursaries for early career professionals and students

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