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3rd International Conference on Public Health and Environment

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Exploring the Intersections of Air, Water, Food, and Population Health in Tirana, Albania

The Third International Conference on Public Health and Environment will be held from 30 June to 1 July 2025 at the Academy of Sciences of Albania, hosted at the prestigious Alex Buda Hall, Shëtitorja Murat Toptani, Tirana. This international gathering is organised by the Academy of Sciences of Albania (an IAP member academy), in close collaboration with George Mason University (Virginia, USA) and the Collegium Ramazzini (Italy).

The conference brings together global experts, researchers, policymakers and public health professionals to examine the complex intersections between environmental challenges and public health. Topics will span a wide range of contemporary issues including air and water quality, food safety, environmental epidemiology and public health policy, with a special focus on the Western Balkans and surrounding regions.

Keynote speakers and guests will include:

  • Prof. Melissa Perry, College of Public Health, George Mason University, USA
  • Prof. Melissa McDiarmid, President, Collegium Ramazzini
  • Senior representatives from the Albanian Ministries of Health, Environment, and Agriculture
  • Renowned scientists from Europe and the United States

The two-day agenda features multiple thematic sessions, including:

  • Air Quality and Health
  • Food Quality and Safety
  • Water Quality and Health
  • Population Health and Policy

A dedicated poster session will also be held, with researchers showcasing new data on antimicrobial resistance, pollution monitoring and community health.

Participation is free of charge and available both in-person and online via Zoom, ensuring inclusive access for the international scientific community.

📅 Conference Dates: 30 June – 1 July 2025
📍 Venue: Academy of Sciences of Albania, Tirana
🔗 Join Online: Zoom Link
🆔 Meeting ID: 842 4728 6500
🔐 Passcode: 268227

The conference promises to foster meaningful exchange and actionable insight on how to better protect public health in a rapidly changing environment. Researchers and institutions working in the fields of environmental health, public policy and sustainable development are warmly encouraged to attend.

For more details, please contact the organisers at the Academy of Sciences of Albania.

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