This ARNAT (Australian Research Network for Algal Toxins) web page describes saxitoxins and their role in paralytic shellfish poisoning (PSP). The page discusses saxitoxin producing microalgae, saxitoxin chemical structure and make-up, and PSP. A reference list is provided for detailed reading.
Subject: Biology:Ecology:Habitats:Marine, Biology:Ecology:Metabolism, Biology:Microbiology, Microbiology:Microbiology and Health Resource Type: Scientific Resources:Overview/Reference Work Grade Level: Graduate/Professional, College Upper (15-16) Ocean Environments: Coastal and Estuarine Theme: Teach the Earth:Course Topics:EcologyKeywords: harmful algal bloom, HAB, toxic algae, Anabaena circinalis, Alexandrium catenella, Alexandrium minutum, Alexandrium ostenfeldii, Alexandrium tamarense, Gymnodinium catenatum, Pyrodinium bahamense var. compressum, dinoflagellates, cyanobacteria
