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Toxicology Centre - University of Saskatchewan @toxcentre.bsky.social · 04/11/2025

𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗶𝘀𝗸 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺? 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘀𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝘀 𝗯𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗱 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟭𝟰𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝘁 𝟴:𝟬𝟬 𝗮𝗺 𝗖𝗦𝗧. 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲: lnkd.in/eusZkzZ8

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Toxicology Centre - University of Saskatchewan @toxcentre.bsky.social · 30/10/2025

Removing micropollutants from wastewater can be a challenge for cities. Researchers at USask are testing out a new method they hope can get rid of the harmful chemicals without breaking the budget. Markus Brinkmann talks with CBC Saskatoon Morning host Stephanie Massicotte here: lnkd.in/e6K8Nhij

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Toxicology Centre - University of Saskatchewan @toxcentre.bsky.social · 24/10/2025

What an excellent conference held by the Canadian Ecotoxicity Workshop in Victoria! Congratulations to our students, Ivana who won the Dr. Richard C. Playle Awards for Outstanding BSc Thesis in Ecotoxicology, and Chantel who won second in the Peter Chapman Outstanding Student Platform Competition!

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Toxicology Centre - University of Saskatchewan @toxcentre.bsky.social · 20/08/2025

𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲𝘁𝘆 — 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗶𝘀𝗸 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺! Join us for an online information session on Wednesday, September 24th at 10:00 am CST to learn more about the Master of Chemical Risk Assessment. Register here: www.surveymonkey.ca/r/RWGBR6P

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Toxicology Centre - University of Saskatchewan @toxcentre.bsky.social · 08/08/2025

Led by @brinkmannmarkus.bsky.social, Director of the @usask.ca Toxicology Centre, a team of environmental specialists contributed Chapter 4 of the UNEP Report “Frontiers 2025: The Weight of Time”. Read more about the report here: www.setac.org/resource/the...

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The Hidden Threat of Remobilized Legacy Pollutants During Flood Events

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Global Institute for Water Security @water.usask.ca · 28/07/2025

A new Water Health NSERC CREATE program will launch this fall! This research & training program will examine the impact of physical, biological, chemical, & climatic stressors on water & human health Read the new article in CWRA's Water News cwra.org/resources/wa... water.usask.ca/waterhealth-...

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USask @usask.ca · 25/07/2025

#USask researcher Dr. Markus Brinkmann is raising awareness about the environmental and health concerns that persist after flood waters recede. “If you get a flood wave rushing through, you get deposition of harmful chemicals.” #USaskResearch news.usask.ca/articles/res...

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Raising awareness of the unseen environmental impacts of floods - News

Floods are becoming increasingly common and intensifying across the globe.

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Toxicology Centre - University of Saskatchewan @toxcentre.bsky.social · 23/07/2025

We are thrilled to have had the opportunity for three students from the @usask.ca Toxicology Centre to participate in the Goethe Research Experience Program (GREP)! Read more below about the program and the students' research projects undertaken this summer.

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Toxicology Centre - University of Saskatchewan @toxcentre.bsky.social · 15/07/2025

Meet Dr. Embry—Deputy Director of Environmental Science at HESI. As part of the Advisory Committee for the Master of Chemical Risk Assessment at @usask.ca & Aarhus University, she shares insights on advancing science and risk assessment. Applications are open for September 2026! lnkd.in/e8X2PUip

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Toxicology Centre - University of Saskatchewan @toxcentre.bsky.social · 26/06/2025

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Toxicology Centre - University of Saskatchewan @toxcentre.bsky.social · 25/06/2025

The @usask.bsky.social Toxicology Centre and Biology Department recently attended the SETAC PNC annual meeting. Several of our students also took home awards: 1st Poster - Juleanne F. (TOX) 2nd Poster - Ivana G. (TOX) 3rd Poster - Samira B. (BIO) 2nd Plat - Katie R. (TOX) 3rd Plat - Blake H. (TOX)

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Toxicology Centre - University of Saskatchewan @toxcentre.bsky.social · 04/06/2025

Today we celebrate our Toxicology Graduate Program graduants! What was a memorable convocation is just the beginning of extraordinary futures! We would also like to celebrate an incredible achievement by Hannah who won the @usask.bsky.social Dissertation award in the Life Sciences category!

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Toxicology Centre - University of Saskatchewan @toxcentre.bsky.social · 03/06/2025

Today we celebrate our Toxicology Undergraduate Program graduants! We are so proud of our students and look forward to their bright futures! We would also like to shout out Ivana who won the Interdisciplinary Programs Award for Most Outstanding Graduate in Toxicology!

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Toxicology Centre - University of Saskatchewan @toxcentre.bsky.social · 09/05/2025

The University of Saskatchewan Toxicology Centre is presenting at #SETACVienna May 11 - 15! See below for a list of our affiliated presentations.

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Global Water Futures Observatories @gwfobservatories.bsky.social · 23/04/2025

How is science from GWF shaping Saskatchewan’s #water future? Join John Pomeroy for a CWRA Saskatchewan webinar highlighting useful GWF outcomes for Saskatchewan and prairie water management. #WaterManagement #Prairies 📅 May 13 @ 12 pm CST Register & learn more here: cwra.org/may-13-2025-...

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Women Plus Water @womenpluswater.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

Merging art and science helps make climate change more relatable and emotionally impactful, turning complex data into compelling narratives that inspire awareness and action. #SciArt #ArtSci #Climate Join us on April 10th for a conversation on the art-climate nexus! usask-ca.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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USask @usask.ca · 31/03/2025

Meet #USask graduate Dr. Monique Simair, an entrepreneur, scientist, innovator, and industry leader who is known for developing water treatment strategies for mining projects in Canada and around the world. Read now: greenandwhite.usask.ca/articles/202...

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‘Turning curiosity into action’ - Green and White

Award-winning USask graduate Dr. Monique Simair (BSc’04, PhD’09) has leveraged her passion for science, innovation, and problem-solving into two successful environmental consultancy businesses

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Toxicology Centre - University of Saskatchewan @toxcentre.bsky.social · 28/03/2025

Last week, our senior Tox undergrad students presented at the first Barry Blakley Toxicology Undergrad Symposium! The 22nd iteration of the symposium is where our students showcase their research projects and critical reviews ahead of their graduation. Excited for the futures of these bright minds!

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USask @usask.ca · 28/03/2025

“Only here, at the Canadian Light Source, here in Saskatoon, at the University of Saskatchewan. It’s a unique tool to do this.” How Canada wins: Dr. Ingrid Pickering of the CLS at #USask tells us why this lab will improve Canada’s work in science. Read now: thestarphoenix.com/news/local-n...

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Global Institute for Water Security @water.usask.ca · 26/03/2025

Exciting news from GIWS! Multiple GIWS members have led and contributed to "The Intersection of Global Health and Sustainable Development: An International Perspective" regarding the vital connections between water, health, and a sustainable future. Learn more here: www.e-elgar.com/shop/usd/the...

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The Intersection of Global Health and Sustainable Development

This perceptive book highlights the significance of the natural intersection between global health and sustainable development, presenting new ways to simultaneously advance progress in both fields. S...

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Markus Brinkmann @brinkmannmarkus.bsky.social · 24/03/2025

Exciting new paper by @toxcentre.bsky.social PhD graduate extraordinaire Phillip Ankley, exploring the impacts of erythromycin on juvenile rainbow trout. His findings have important implications for aquaculture practices and environmental risk assessments. www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...

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Interactions of erythromycin and an antibiotic mixture with the gut microbiome of juvenile rainbow trout

Erythromycin (ERY) is a commonly used antibiotic found in wastewater effluents and the environment globally. Due to the bioactivity by which they kill…

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Toxicology Centre - University of Saskatchewan @toxcentre.bsky.social · 18/03/2025

Dr. Liber's lab is hiring in the Toxicology Centre! He is looking for a summer research technician and two graduate students in aquatic ecotoxicology. If you are interested or know anyone who may be interested, find more information at the link below. toxicology.usask.ca//news-and-ev...

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Employment Opportunities - Toxicology Centre

The Student Employment & Career Centre (SECC) is an excellent resource for students and alumni wanting to connect to that great job or get a jump-start on their career.

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Women Plus Water @womenpluswater.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

Voices making waves: Corinne Schuster-Wallace Dr. Corinne Schuster-Wallace is the Executive Director of the @usaskwater.bsky.social. She founded the Women Plus Water community, is a chairholder with Cansu Global SITE and @unesco.org Mountain Water Sustainability, as is recognized as a Water Shero.

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Toxicology Centre - University of Saskatchewan @toxcentre.bsky.social · 10/03/2025

In honour of International Women's Day, we would like to recognize all the women who contribute to the exceptional work at the @usask.bsky.social Toxicology Centre and beyond. Their influence is unparalleled as we all strive to #BeWhatTheWorldNeeds. @usaskwater.bsky.social @usaskartsci.bsky.social

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Global Institute for Water Security @water.usask.ca · 06/03/2025

Our next Water Friday event will be on March 21, featuring Lee Wilson with the Chemistry Department, @usask.bsky.social. Lee will talk about how different disciplines approach the capture and removal of pollutants. Register here so there will be enough pizza for all: water.usask.ca/events/2025/...

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Markus Brinkmann @brinkmannmarkus.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

🎉 We are thrilled to announce that Dr. Milena Esser successfully defended her @toxcentre.bsky.social PhD thesis (supervised by Markus Hecker and me) yesterday. We wish her all the best as she embarks on her next adventure as a Postdoc with @karenkidd.bsky.social at @mcmasteruniversity.bsky.social. 🌟

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Markus Brinkmann @brinkmannmarkus.bsky.social · 05/03/2025

Congratulations to @toxcentre.bsky.social graduate Summer Selinger! Summer's ground-breaking research on the effects of 6PPD-quinone shows that this tire-derived contaminant impairs aerobic metabolism and swimming performance in juvenile lake trout.👏🐟 www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...

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Sublethal 6PPD-quinone exposure impairs swimming performance and aerobic metabolism in juvenile lake trout (Salvelinus namaycush)

6PPD-quinone, an environmental oxidation product of the rubber tire antioxidant 6PPD, has recently gained recognition as a chemical of concern. Freque…

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Toxicology Centre - University of Saskatchewan @toxcentre.bsky.social · 21/02/2025

We are thrilled to share this announcement of the new NSERC CREATE program lead by Toxicology Centre member, Dr. Markus Hecker! The program is open to MSc and PhD students who have an interest in learning more about water challenges that are impacting the planet. Read more below!

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Markus Brinkmann @brinkmannmarkus.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

🌟 Exciting Research Alert! 🌟 Congratulations to Summer Selinger, an outstanding recent Toxicology Centre (@toxcentre.bsky.social) MSc graduate, on her ground-breaking research on the sublethal cardiorespiratory effects of 6PPD-quinone in salmonids! www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...

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Acute Cardiorespiratory Effects of 6PPD-Quinone on Juvenile Rainbow Trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss) and Arctic Char (Salvelinus alpinus)

N-(1,3-Dimethylbutyl)-N′-phenyl-p-phenylenediamine-quinone (6PPD-quinone) is an environmental transformation product of the widely used rubber tire an…

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Toxicology Centre - University of Saskatchewan @toxcentre.bsky.social · 11/02/2025

Today we celebrate the International Day of Women and Girls in Science! We are thrilled to highlight the exceptional women in our team who personify discovery and innovation, and expand the limits of our knowledge. #WomeninSTEM

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Global Institute for Water Security @water.usask.ca · 04/02/2025

Water-related fieldwork is central to research, teaching, & so many professions. But how often do we consider inclusivity in how we plan & carry it out? Join this conversation to explore how small, intentional changes can make fieldwork more inclusive—& leave a lasting positive impact on everyone.

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The New York Times @nytimes.com · 04/02/2025

A class of toxic chemicals known as PFAS are now banned from apparel for sale in California and New York. This might seem like a good time to ditch your old rain jacket. But not so fast.

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PFAS Bans Are Coming for Clothing. Here’s What You Need to Know.

New York and California have officially banned PFAS from clothing items. We explore what that really means, and what you should do with your Gore-Tex jacket.

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Toxicology Centre - University of Saskatchewan @toxcentre.bsky.social · 15/02/2024

NEW: The University of Saskatchewan Toxicology Centre is planning the first offering of a new professional program, the Master of Chemical Risk Assessment, in partnership with Aarhus University for fall 2024! For for information visithttps://toxicology.usask.ca/professional-program1/overview1.php

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Toxicology Centre - University of Saskatchewan @toxcentre.bsky.social · 12/12/2023

Congratulations to Dr. Markus Brinkmann for being awarded the James J. Morgan Early Career Award by the American Chemical Society! “His engagement and understanding of how important it is to communicate science to the general public is unique among academics.” news.usask.ca/articles/res...

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Toxicology Centre - University of Saskatchewan @toxcentre.bsky.social · 24/11/2023

The Uni. of Saskatchewan @toxcentre.bsky.social and School of Environment & Sustainability is hiring a new CRC (Tier 2) in Exposure Science and Environmental Risk! See here for more information: t.ly/TxRF_

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Compound Interest | Chemistry infographics @compoundchem.com · 11/11/2023

Today is Remembrance Day, with poppies used as a symbol of remembrance. Here's a look at poppies, their pigments, and their link to painkillers: wp.me/s4aPLT-poppies

Infographic on the chemistry of poppies. The red colour of the common poppy is due to anthocyanin pigments. Other red poppies also contain anthocyanins but the yellow Iceland poppy and alpine poppy contain nudicaulin pigments. The opium poppy has been used in medicine for thousands of years, with the milky opium fluid which contains alkaloids such as morphine used as a painkiller. The common poppy contains different alkaloids, which only have very milld pain-killing properties.

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DJ de Koning @djdekoning.bsky.social · 04/11/2023

Also, we are recruiting a Professor of Toxicology with focus on food and drinking water www.slu.se/en/about-slu...

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Jobs and vacancies at SLU. | slu.se

Jobs and vacancies at SLU. Read more about each job by clicking the job title. Please, follow the instructions closely when applying.

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Toxicology Centre - University of Saskatchewan @toxcentre.bsky.social · 07/11/2023

The Toxin Detectives @usask “For our results to have an impact, they need to be communicated to a range of stakeholders, including industry, government and regulators so that laws, regulations – and interventions – are based on solid scientific data.” www.theglobeandmail.com/life/adv/art...

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