June 21 - 24, 2026 | San Diego, CA, USA

The Society of Toxicologic Pathology's 45th Annual Symposium is one of the most important gatherings in the field, bringing together pathologists, toxicologists, and scientists from academic institutions, government agencies, pharmaceutical companies, and contract research organizations from more than 28 countries. This year's theme is "The Pulse of Progress: Advancing Knowledge on Cardiovascular Toxicity," making it a particularly timely forum for sharing the latest science and connecting across the global toxicologic pathology community. StageBio is proud to be part of it!

Meet the StageBio Team in San Diego

StageBio brings deep, focused expertise to every aspect of toxicologic pathology. Our team has decades of experience in both GLP and non-GLP studies across all major species, with expertise in reporting, study design, and peer review. With 20+ pathologists and 50+ research scientists collaborating across sites, we bring together diverse expertise in toxicologic, veterinary, and specialty pathology, giving sponsors the bench strength and scientific continuity their programs require. Our pathology services cover a broad range, including carcinogenicity studies in conventional and genetically modified animals, medical device evaluation, small molecule and large molecule biologics, reproductive pathology, IHC/IF/ISH, neuropathology, and more. Whether you're in early discovery or advancing toward regulatory submission, StageBio is here to support your work. Stop by and connect with our team at the symposium! 

Meet Our Team

Timothy K Cooper, DVM, PhD, DACVP  Senior Pathologist, Medical Device Dr. Timothy K Cooper, DVM, PhD, DACVP, is a Senior Pathologist at StageBio specializing in medical device pathology, with a particular focus on cardiovascular applications. He brings a diverse scientific background to his role, including nearly a decade in academia spanning medical device research and ventricular assist devices, followed by six years as a government contractor working on high-consequence viruses. At StageBio, Dr. Cooper applies that breadth of experience to study reads, necropsies, and client collaboration across a wide range of device models and analysis requests.

Brett Salandino, DVM, DACVP  Senior Pathologist Brett Saladino, DVM, DACVP, is a Senior Pathologist at StageBio with 24 years of experience in investigational and nonclinical toxicologic pathology supporting drug, vaccine, and model development. Board-certified in veterinary pathology, she specializes in general systemic pathology, with interests in renal and ocular pathology and rabbit studies. Known for her attention to detail, scientific rigor, and collaborative problem-solving, Brett is a trusted resource for clients and colleagues alike.

Connect With Us

Ready to connect? Whether you want to schedule time to meet at the symposium or start a conversation before you arrive, we'd love to hear from you. Reach out to our team today or use the link below to set up a meeting in San Diego. 

Register for STP 2026!