The Science of Poisons

Harvard Extension School

BIOS E-237

Section 1

CRN 17124

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The science of poisons, or toxicology, is an exciting interdisciplinary field of study exploring the intersection of human health and the environment. This course is a survey of the adverse effects of exposure to chemicals, focused on understanding the old adage that the dose makes the poison. We explore topics such as microplastics, forever chemicals, endocrine disruptors, and air pollution. This course is designed for students with interests in sustainability, biology, environmental science, and/or medical science and includes discussions and applications of course material to these disciplines.

Registration Closes: August 29, 2024
Credits: 4

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Term

Fall Term 2024

Part of Term

Full Term

Format

Flexible Attendance Web Conference

Credit Status

Graduate, Noncredit, Undergraduate

Section Status

Open

Instructor Info

Steven Raymond Boomhower, PhD

Principal Toxicologist, Gradient


Meeting Info

M 3:00pm - 5:00pm (9/3 - 12/21)

Participation Option: Online Asynchronous or Online Synchronous

In online asynchronous courses, you are not required to attend class at a particular time. Instead you can complete the course work on your own schedule each week.

Deadlines

Last day to register: August 29, 2024

Prerequisites

BIOS E-1ax or an equivalent introductory biology course is recommended.

Notes

This course meets via web conference. Students may attend at the scheduled meeting time or watch recorded sessions asynchronously. Recorded sessions are typically available within a few hours of the end of class and no later than the following business day.

Syllabus

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Tuition

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All Sections of this Course

CRN Section # Participation Option(s) Instructor Section Status Meets Term Dates
17124 1 Online Asynchronous, Online Synchronous Steven Boomhower Open M 3:00pm - 5:00pm
 Sep 3 to Dec 21

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