History & Scope

Toxicology Research Institute (TRI) (formerly: Toxicology Research Centre), Chennai, a constituent laboratory of Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (Regn: CSIR/Coll.2479/TRI/MOE), was established in 1965. It has a 'city campus', located on Santhome highway between 17-18th kilometer stone.

TRI undertakes research in niche areas of toxicology. These include the impact of industrial and environmental chemicals on human health and ecosystem, and environmental monitoring of pollutants in air, water and soil. The institute also helps regulatory bodies to formulate/amend guidelines for safe use of chemicals/products, and ensures that the common man is benefited. The motto of the laboratory is "Safety to Environment & Health and Service to Industry".