# Aquatox

- **Website:** <https://aquatox.cl>
- **Primary alias:** `aquatox.cl`

## Description

Aquatox, or the Aquatic Toxicology Research Laboratory, is a pioneering institution dedicated to understanding and protecting aquatic ecosystems through scientific research and innovative strategies. Led by Dr. Rodrigo Orrego, the team focuses on aquatic toxicology, emphasizing the importance of developing evidence-based approaches to safeguard both human health and environmental quality. Their vision is to prevent the accumulation of pollutants that can lead to toxic effects, ensuring the long-term health of aquatic ecosystems.

Aquatox engages in a variety of research projects, including toxicity assessments of river sediment, utilizing advanced techniques such as transcriptomic responses in organisms like adult zebrafish. The laboratory also actively shares knowledge through publications, recent contributions featured in the journal Frontiers in Marine Science, as well as organizing and participating in conferences, such as the upcoming Desal Symposium at the CCM 2024 in Concepcion, Chile. With a commitment to collaboration and community engagement, Aquatox plays a crucial role in the future of environmental science and conservation.

## Industries

- 🧪 Science and Education
- 🧪 Environmental Science _(under Science and Education)_

## Links

- [facebook](https://facebook.com/AquatoxLaboratory)

## Logos & icons

- logo _(primary)_ — PNG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idVnnWplZt/w/197/h/180/theme/dark/logo.png?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1723285307215)
- icon _(primary)_ — JPEG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idVnnWplZt/w/314/h/314/theme/dark/icon.jpeg?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1723285307307)

## Colors

| Name | Hex | Theme |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Black | #000000 | accent |
| Alizarin Crimson | #df3131 | dark |
| Anakiwa | #95b0ff | light |

## Fonts

- Arial — asset _(custom)_

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