Marine Toxicology

Marine toxicology is the study of how harmful substances present in the ocean, such as pollutants, toxins from marine organisms, or chemicals from human activities, affect marine life and human health. In the context of undersea and hyperbaric medicine, it focuses on understanding how exposure to these toxins can impact divers and those in hyperbaric conditions. This field is crucial for ensuring the safety of underwater activities by assessing risks, developing treatments, and creating guidelines to protect both divers and marine ecosystems from the negative effects of toxic substances.