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UN Conference to negotiate a Global Plastics Treaty
UN Conference to negotiate a Global Plastics Treaty
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Adam Damry ( English & French)
Assistant Professor, Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Sciences, Faculty of Science
Professor Damry’s research focuses on producing biosystems include biocatalysts for polymer modification, degradation, and recycling, self-regenerating bio electrochemical catalysts, and novel electrochemical biosensors.
“Plastics are an intrinsic part of our society, but as we begin to recognize the negative role that plastic waste plays in our environment and health, we must better assess and mitigate their impact as well as seek end-of-life alternatives that do not risk the welfare of both communities and ecosystems.”