The “Medical Waste: Categories, Risks and Treatment” seminar, presented by MSc. Shayma on May 8, 2025 in the Department of Chemistry, addressed the classification, hazards, and sustainable treatment methods of medical waste, emphasizing safe disposal practices and innovative sterilization technologies to mitigate health and environmental risks. This seminar aligns with SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being by preventing disease transmission), SDG 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation through proper waste management), SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities by reducing hazardous waste accumulation), and SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption via efficient waste treatment), highlighting the critical role of scientific solutions in managing medical waste sustainably to protect both public health and the environment.
