Language: The lecture will be in English.

Speakers

Abstract

This presentation focuses on what counts as a poisoning and how such cases are approached.
It explains how coworkers of the Belgian Poison Centre assess the type and severity of a poisoning and decide on appropriate treatment.
The role of antidotes is discussed in detail, including how they interact with specific agents, and what effects can be expected of them as how treatments are developed based on toxicological knowledge.
Some “chemical” poisonings are highlighted, such as exposures to fluorine, mercury, and some small organic molecules. These examples illustrate the mechanisms by which toxic substances affect the body and how chemistry is applied to counteract these effects.
Overall, the presentation would like to bring you a clear overview of the chemical principles behind poisoning management and the strategies used to counteract its effects.

Practical

Location: VUB, Campus Etterbeek. The lecture room will be announced later.

Members of KVCV are admitted for free, WK members pay €3, others pay €5.

Pay on-site, cash or preferentially by card (Maestro/Visa/Mastercard, also contactless).

After the lecture, you are invited to a reception.

Registration is mandatory. Register here.