معرفی
Piers Townsend is a Lecturer in Environmental and Forensic Toxicology at the University of the West of England (UWE Bristol), affiliated with the Faculty of Health and Applied Sciences (HAS). His work focuses on computational chemistry, predictive toxicology, and machine learning to address challenges in chemical safety assessment. He holds a MChem, MRes, and PhD in relevant fields.
Research Interests:
- Replacing animal testing with computational models
- Molecular initiating events (MIEs) and adverse outcome pathways (AOPs)
- QSAR/SAR analysis linking chemical structure to biological activity
- Quantum mechanical studies of toxicant interactions
Publications span 2019-2024, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches in toxicology, environmental science, and machine learning. Key themes include conformational analysis, force field comparisons, and sustainable plastic labeling solutions. His research aligns with the 'three Rs' (replacement, reduction, refinement) in animal testing.
No formal awards listed, but his work demonstrates commitment to ethical scientific practices. Advising no listed students, though collaborations are encouraged. Active in lab teams focused on predictive toxicology and computational chemistry methodologies.
