The NIHR Global Health Research Centre (GHRC) for Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) and Environmental Change (EC) is set to host its 2nd Annual Symposium, themed “Innovative Solutions and Strategies for Sustainable Health and Environment“. This much-anticipated event will take place at SRIHER, Chennai, bringing together global experts, policymakers, and researchers to address the critical intersection of health and environmental sustainability.
Date: 2 December 2024, 9:00 am onwards
Event Highlights
The event will feature dynamic sessions exploring the role of leadership, policy, and innovation in tackling health and environmental challenges:
- Keynote Address on Leading Change in Global Health and Environmental Sustainability : Dr. Anushka Patel, The George Institute for Global Health, will set the tone with reflections on driving impactful change, sharing strategic insights, and lessons from global leadership in health and environmental sustainability.
- Policy Panel Discussion: Moderated by Prof. Christopher Millett (Imperial College London), a distinguished panel comprising Dr. Sujatha Rao, Dr. Marc Suhrcke, Prof. Ali Ghufron Mukti, and Dr. Aliya Naheed will explore the future of health amid environmental threats. Discussions will focus on climate change, emerging health risks, and innovative approaches to healthcare.
- Innovations in NCD Prevention and Management: Speakers, including Prof. Kalpana Balakrishnan (SRIHER), Prof. Digambar Behera, Dr. Cristina Parsons Perez, and Mr. Gangaram Paikra, will present innovative strategies integrating environmental considerations into NCD prevention. The session will be moderated by Dr. Vivekanand Jha (TGI).
- Evidence-Based Interventions: Centre academy members will share findings on how literature and policy reviews have informed interventions for NCDs caused by environmental change, offering insights into actionable, research-backed solutions.
A Step Toward Global Solutions
This symposium is a unique platform for fostering collaboration between global experts, policymakers, and researchers. It emphasizes actionable strategies that address the twin crises of NCDs and environmental change, underscoring the need for integrated and innovative approaches to sustainable health.
Join us in shaping the future of health and environmental sustainability. Stay tuned for updates and insights from this gathering of thought leaders at SRIHER, Chennai.
