Training

The SOT 66th Annual Meeting and ToxExpo will feature four days of Continuing Education courses, sessions, posters, and social events.

Calling New York-based teachers in grades 6-12! The New York Green Chemistry Professional Learning Team is a dedicated space where you can connect with your peers and develop your understanding and practice of green chemistry and sustainable science in your labs through the introduction of the 12 Principles of Green Chemistry and their connection to SDS sheets.

This course will explore the latest regulatory developments around sustainable chemistry, aimed at promoting environmental protection, human health, innovation and economic growth. Green chemistry can play a critical role in achieving these objectives. The course aims to equip the participants with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate the complex regulatory landscape of green chemistry in the EU more efficiently.

Plastic pollution is a global crisis with far-reaching impacts on human health, from microplastics in drinking water to toxic chemicals released during degradation. This session will delve into innovative green chemistry solutions for rethinking and redesigning materials to promote healthier ecosystems and communities.

What You'll Learn:

• Learn about new technologies and materials to combat plastic pollution. 

• Understand how plastic pollution affects human health. 

Learn more about various methods and advances in alternatives assessment, including industrial applications, policy improvements, and best practices for identifying safer chemical substitutes.

The African Green Chemistry School and Environmental Sustainability (GreenChmeAfrica) represents a pivotal initiative aimed at addressing critical environmental challenges and promoting sustainable chemical practices across the African continent. It aims to position Africa at the forefront of sustainable technological innovation, creating pathways for more resilient and environmentally conscious development strategies.

Founded in 2020, The Graduate School of Environmental Studies (GSES) Summer School is a collaborative effort by Tohoku University faculty members and affiliates to showcase ongoing research in the GSES and serve as a networking platform for researchers. The core concept of the summer school is to host an engaging week of international lectures, through which faculty and students discuss future avenues of collaboration and academic exchanges.