AOP (Adverse Outcome Pathway)

An Adverse Outcome Pathway (AOP) is a scientific framework that maps out the step-by-step biological process from an initial chemical or environmental trigger to an adverse health effect or disease. It helps researchers understand how exposure to a substance leads to harm by identifying key events and biological changes along the way. AOPs are used to predict risks, inform safety assessments, and develop regulations, ultimately improving our ability to protect human health and the environment efficiently and accurately.