Mrs. D. Warner
Program Coordinator, CNTC 

University of Guelph,
Bovey Bldg., Gordon St.
Guelph, Ontario, N1G 2W1

Tel.: 519-824-4120 ext. 52950
Fax.: 519-837-3861
Email: dwarner@uoguelph.ca

Pesticides and the Environment

This is a unique book on the potential benefits and risks for most classes of legacy and current pesticides.  It covers the underlying science involved, is both a textbook for university students, and a comprehensive reference text for professionals.

Pesticides are an increasingly important tool in providing food for all people on earth.  They also protect people and their domestic animals from many diseases.  Pesticides have played an important role in the history of humans but remain a controversial topic that generates considerable conflict in the public arena.   This book gives important information that addresses the basic science of pesticides, their use, as well as alternatives. Learn more...

"PERIL": Project Earth Risk Identification Lifeline

A computer game to educate about the misperceptions of risk. PERIL has been designed to entertain the game player while educating against the perceptual distortion of life's varied risks.  Players must choose to participate in activities, often found in work and play environments of 12-16 year olds, which have varied levels of risks associated with each activity. In addition to being provided with referenced risk data, the player will be provided with tips to promote a healthy, and safe lifestyle.

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The Toxicology Study Guide (English)

Toxicologie: Guide de référence pour les éducateurs (Français)

A seven lesson study guide that provides information on basic principles utilized in the science of toxicology. The lessons in this guide may be used as a complete instructional package or individually. Lesson supplements include:  a list of research topics, a glossary of terminology, a toxicology-related crossword puzzle, a recommended reading list,  and  teacher's lesson guide notes. This guide was designed to support secondary school science programs.

A Primer on Toxicology

From the Summer 1997 issue of "MSMR News, this informative, short document addresses common questions such as: - What substances are toxic? - Why and how are animals used in toxicology? - How do combinations of chemicals interact in the body?

Advanced Principles in Toxicology

This advanced course, sponsored by the Canadian Network of Toxicology Centres; the Centre for Toxicology; the Department of Environmental Biology, University of Guelph; and the Office of Open Learning, University of Guelph will be held at the University of Guelph from April 16 - 27, 2007.

This University accredited course is designed for individuals in industry, government, or education who are working in areas related to toxicology. This course is designed to bring participants up to current levels of understanding of toxicology as it applies to both human health and the environment.

This graduate equivalent course normally requires that learners have a bachelors' or masters' degree with course work in statistics, chemistry and biology.

Topics covered include: Mechanism of Toxic Action; Toxicological Principles; Developmental and Reproductive Toxicology; Human Health Risk Assessment; Ecotoxicology; Epidemiology; Endocrine Modulators; Carcinogenicity; and Ecotoxicological Risk Assessment.

For more information, contact:
Melanie Prosser, Manager, Program Development
Phone: (519) 824-4120, Ext: 53862
FAX: (519) 824-1114
E-mail: mprosser@open.uoguelph.ca

To Register, Contact:
University of Guelph
Office of Open Learning - Continuing Education
Guelph, Ontario
CANADA
N1G 2W1
Phone: (519) 767-5000 
FAX: (519) 767-1114
E-mail: info@open.uoguelph.ca 

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