John Paul Giesy received the honorary doctorate from MUNI

16 Dec 2019 Event

On December 5, 2019, the Honorary Degree of Doctor Honoris Causa in the field of environmental sciences was awarded at Masaryk University to John P. Giesy of the University of Saskatchewan for his lifelong scientific contribution in the field of environmental sciences and for his long-term cooperation with RECETOX.
The program of prof. Giesy at the Masaryk University included also his lecture, which focused on toxicological evaluation of perfluoroacetate (PFOS) in the environment, and the interviews with young RECETOX researchers who had the opportunity to discuss with prof. Giesy not only the relevant research topics, but also their career development.

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The EU has published reports on progress towards achieving zero pollution

The European Commission and the European Environment Agency (EEA) have released the second Zero Pollution Monitoring and Outlook Report along with the fourth Air Quality Outlook Report. These documents provide a comprehensive overview of the EU’s progress towards achieving the ambitious zero pollution targets set for 2030. The RECETOX Centre, as a member of the Action Plan Stakeholder Platform, contributes to achieving these goals with its expertise.
27 Feb

Students from the sports gymnasium will assist scientists in collecting air quality data in Lužánky Park

In January 2025, a new international project called DTRIP4H was launched, involving the RECETOX center. The RECETOX center will focus on creating a case study aimed at improving the assessment of exposure to airborne dust in Brno. Initial testing will take place on a small scale in the Lužánky park area. Students from the sports gymnasium will assist scientists with data collection.
12 Feb

At the University of Nairobi, an exhibition on cooperation in Africa was inaugurated

On February 6, 2025, the campus of the University of Nairobi hosted the ceremonial opening of an exhibition on RECETOX activities in Africa over the past 15 years, prepared by the Regional Centre for the Stockholm Convention (SCRC) in 2024.
11 Feb

Moldova Refines Inventory and Submits Plan for Complete Elimination of Polychlorinated Biphenyls Equipment

Moldova has become the first of eight pilot countries to complete the project of refining the inventory of polychlorinated biphenyls (PCB). Support for implementation was provided by the Stockholm Convention Regional Centre (SCRC) from RECETOX. The closing meeting was attended by more than 30 participants.

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