At Vrije Universiteit Brussel in Belgium, a dedicated research fellow under the European Union Horizon 2020 MSCA COFUND imπACT research program is tackling a crucial issue. This project explores the exposure to real-life electronic waste (e-waste) chemical mixtures in West Africa using animal-free alternative methods.
Learn how harmful chemicals from informal e-waste recycling affect human health and the environment. Although this exposure occurs in African countries, much of the e-waste originates from Europe. This project aims to highlight and raise awareness about the serious environmental and health impacts of these practices.
Given the increasing need for chemical safety, this research is essential for understanding and teaching planetary health topics. Discover how we are beginning to acknowledge our responsibility for the global health impacts of industrial production and how this research is paving the way for better awareness and advancements in this field.
Hands-on station
Location: Universität Graz, Hauptgebäude (Universitätsplatz 3a)
Station from: Vrije University Brussels-Belgium
Language: English
Age: from 14 years
Duration: 15 min
