Paul J. Kostyniak PhD

Paul Kostyniak

Paul J. Kostyniak
PhD

Professor; and Director of Toxicology Research Center

Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology

Jacobs School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences


Specialty/Research Focus

Toxicology

Contact Information
310 Farber Hall
Buffalo, New York 14214-3015
Phone: (716) 829-5464
Fax: (716) 829-2806
pjkost@buffalo.edu



Professional Summary:

Dr. Paul Kostyniak‘s primary research program has focused on the toxicology of heavy metals, chlorinated organics, and antidote development. His lab is studying mechanisms of xenobiotic disposition and investigating the role of exogenous nutrients in the elimination of toxic pollutants. Other ongoing projects involve the assessment of risk associated with exposure to PCB isomers found in fresh water fish; and the development and testing of antimicrobial surface coatings.

As the director of the Toxicology Research Center, Dr. Kostyniak has organized an interdisciplinary research and teaching program which applies the expertise of toxicologists, pharmacologists, chemists, acquatic biologists, biochemists, pathologists, epidemiologists, geologists and physicians to basic and applied research problems in toxicology. The Center conducts coordinated scientific inquiries into health problems created by toxic chemicals.

Dr. Kostyniak also oversees the center‘s analytical toxicology laboratory and the center‘s Atlantic OSHA Professional Education Program.

Education and Training:

  • PhD, Toxicology, University of Rochester (1976)
  • BS, Biology, St. John Fisher College (1970)

Employment:

  • Chairman Biotechnical and Clinical Laboratory Sciences, University at Buffalo (1995-present)
  • Director Toxicology Research Center, University at Buffalo (1985-present)
  • Professor, Pharmacology and Toxicology, State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (1997-present)
  • Biotechnical & Clinical Lab Sciences, Clinical Laboratory Science, State University of New York at Buffalo SMBS (1995-present)
  • Clinical Associate Professor, Social and Preventive Medicine, State University of New York at Buffalo (1994-present)
  • Associate Professor, Pharmacology and Toxicology, State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (1984–1996)
  • Assistant Professor, Pharmacology and Toxicology, State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (1977–1984)
  • Clinical Assistant Professor, Social and Preventive Medicine, State University of New York at Buffalo (1977–1984)
  • Postdoctoral Fellow, University of Rochester (1975–1977)

Grants and Sponsored Research:

  • October 2010–September 2025
    OSHA Outreach Center Cooperative Agreement
    OSHA
    Role: Principal Investigator
  • August 2010–July 2025
    Superfund Health & Safety Training Cooperative Agreement-HWWT & HDPT
    NIEHS
    Role: Principal Investigator
    $109,312
  • July 2010–June 2025
    University at Buffalo, SUNY Occupational Safety & Health Project
    NIOSH
    Role: Co-Investigator
    $123,837

Patents:

  • Antimicrobial Compositions Antimicrobial agents are linked to surfaces and formulations using colloids, imparting antimicrobial properties to the surface or formulation. (2001)
  • Antimicrobial Compositions Antimicrobial agents are linked to surfaces and formulations using colloids, imparting antimicrobial properties to the surface or formulation. (2000)

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Professional Memberships:

  • Lake Ontario Chapter Society of Toxicology Regional Chapter.; Regional chapter providing continuing education and research conferences (1997–present)
  • International Society for the Study of Xenobiotics; Toxicology research society. (1991–present)
  • American Chemical Society; Member. Provides continuing education and research conferences. (1985–present)
  • Sigma Xi Scientific Research Society; Provides research opportunities and funds for students (1985–present)
  • Society of Toxicology; Primary international society for Toxicologists (1982–present)
  • American Association for the Advancement of Science; Major US scientific society. (1977–present)

Service Activities:

  • BCLS Faculty Search Committee (2021)
  • Board member of the Center for Occupational and Environmental Medicine which provides clinical and educational services to WNY workers.; Member (2015–present)
  • SMBS Pre-clinical Council; Monthly meetings (2001–present)
  • SMBS Executive Committee; Monthly meetings (2001–present)
  • Journal of Toxicology; Review and assign papers for review (2000–present)
  • New York Sea Grant Program Advisory Committee; Set priorities and review submitted grants. (1999–present)
  • BCLS Undergraduate Admissions Committee (1995–present)
  • BCLS Graduate Admissions Committee; Committee member (1995–present)
  • Biosafety Committee: Review proposals for Biosafety compliance; Biosafety committee member since inception at UB (1989–present)

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Contact Information

310 Farber Hall
Buffalo, New York 14214-3015
Phone: (716) 829-5464
Fax: (716) 829-2806
pjkost@buffalo.edu