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ノーザン・イリノイ大学の柴田知幸先生のご専門は「環境および社会的健康要因の評価と改善」です。一般社会が化学者に求める「環境」や「健康」への対応について、そして化学者として世に羽ばたく前に絶対に知っておかなければならない SDGs などの社会的要請についてお話し頂きます。柴田先生は単身渡米してマイアミ大学で学位を取得されたのち、ポスドク経験を経て、現在ノーザン・イリノイ大学の正教授として研究室を主宰しておられます。

５月１９日　講義１　Environmental Pollutants and Global Health

This lecture will explore the chemical pathways of common environmental pollutants, such as air and water contaminants, and their impact on global health. The lecture will address how these pollutants interact with the environment and human health, leading to issues such as communicable and non-communicable diseases. The lecture will also cover strategies and policies currently in place to mitigate these impacts, including international efforts and collaborations to address environmental health challenges.

５月２１日　セミナー　Roles of Chemistry in Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

This seminar will delve into the critical role that chemistry plays in achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). We will explore how chemical research and industrial innovations (SDG 9) contribute to healthy and sustainable societies. The seminar will highlight specific case studies and examples of how chemistry has been leveraged to create environmentally friendly technologies and sustainable solutions. Additionally, we will discuss old and emerging contaminants of concern, examining their impact on achieving SDGs and the strategies employed to mitigate these challenges. By understanding the intersection of chemistry and sustainability, participants will gain insights into how their work can contribute to a more sustainable and equitable future.

５月２３日　講義２　Chemical Risk Assessment and Evidence-Based Policy Development

This lecture will provide a comprehensive overview of the methods used to assess and manage the risks posed by chemical substances in the environment. We will delve into the principles and practices of risk assessment, including hazard identification, dose-response assessment, exposure assessment, and risk characterization. Additionally, the lecture will discuss how scientific evidence and research inform the development of environmental policies. Using case studies, we will illustrate the role of data in shaping regulations and the impact of policy decisions on public health and the environment. The lecture will also focus on both old and emerging contaminants of concern, highlighting their unique challenges and the need for adaptive policy frameworks.