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Area of Science:

  • Environmental Science
  • Toxicology
  • Chemistry
  • Ecology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Asia confronts extensive environmental and human health issues due to global megatrends and regional stressors.
  • The continent is a global hub for chemical production and faces complex food-energy-water nexus challenges.
  • Asia's rich biodiversity and numerous hotspots are particularly vulnerable to environmental degradation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify priority research questions for advancing environmental quality in Asia.
  • To guide future research and policy interventions for sustainability.
  • To address the adverse impacts of environmental stressors on ecosystem services and public health.

Main Methods:

  • Conducted a horizon scanning exercise as part of the Global Horizon Scanning Project.
  • Identified and examined 23 priority research questions relevant to Asia's environmental challenges.
  • Synthesized findings related to environmental toxicology, chemistry, monitoring, risk assessment, and sustainable technologies.

Main Results:

  • 23 priority research questions were identified to address environmental and health challenges in Asia.
  • Advances are needed in environmental toxicology, chemistry, biological monitoring, and risk assessment.
  • Innovative technologies for the food-energy-water nexus and green chemistry are crucial for sustainability.

Conclusions:

  • Addressing these priority research questions is essential for achieving sustainable environmental quality in Asia.
  • Transdisciplinary coordination and partnerships are vital for implementing research findings.
  • Sustainable chemistry and engineering offer opportunities to meet Sustainable Development Goals in Asia.