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  • Toxicology
  • Ecotoxicology
  • Risk Assessment

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  • Adverse Outcome Pathways (AOPs) offer a mechanistic framework to understand toxicological effects.
  • AOPs detail the progression from chemical-molecular interactions to population-level impacts.
  • The AOP framework is increasingly adopted in regulatory science.

Discussion:

  • This paper synthesizes AOP principles for toxicologists.
  • It highlights the utility of AOPs in human toxicology and ecotoxicology.
  • Guidance from OECD and key publications support AOP development and application.

Key Insights:

  • AOPs provide a structured approach to toxicological mechanisms.
  • The framework facilitates cross-disciplinary understanding of chemical hazards.
  • Case studies illustrate practical AOP applications.

Outlook:

  • AOPs are poised to become standard tools in risk assessment.
  • Further development will enhance predictive toxicology.
  • Integration of AOPs will improve chemical safety evaluations.