COMSTECH Webinar on “Impact of Climate Change on Health”
Delivered by “Prof. Dr. Mohammad Abdollahi”
School of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences Research Center (PSRC)
Tehran University of Medical Sciences (TUMS)
Online Only
Date and Time: 23rd December 2024, 1500 hrs Pakistan Time
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Abstract:
Climate change is a significant challenge for humanity in the 21st century. Global warming and air pollution are two of its most recognized sequelae. Human intervention is primarily responsible for the current alarming rate of climate change. The increasing concentration of greenhouse gases results in global warming, which can have several pathophysiological effects on the human body. It can aggravate pre-existing conditions, cause premature death, and increase the risk of various neurological disorders. Air pollution is a significant concern as it can negatively affect human health. Common air pollutants include PM, NO2, SO2, CO, and O3. Burning fossil fuels is the leading cause of elevated levels of air pollutants. PM2.5 alone contributes to 800,000 deaths yearly and can lead to neurological disorders. Air pollution is also closely linked to respiratory and cerebrovascular diseases. Tackling air pollution and global warming together is crucial for reducing harmful effects.
Brief profile of the speaker:
Prof. Dr. Mohammad Abdollahi achieved the remarkable honor of being the youngest full Professor at TUMS in 2002, a testament to his exceptional academic prowess and leadership capabilities. Throughout his career, he has taken on significant roles, including chairing the Department of Toxicology & Pharmacology and the Iranian Society of Toxicology and Poisoning. With over 900 published papers and 300 book chapters, all in collaboration with his students, he has garnered approximately 80,000 citations, boasting an impressive H-index exceeding 130. His dedicated research in Mechanistic Toxicology and Pharmacology highlights the critical effects of environmental toxicants on public health, especially within the context of climate change.
Who Should Attend?
Early stage researchers, students, relevant personnels, and public health practitioners.
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