Addressing environmental challenges while improving human wellbeing - Jason Snape, University of York

Written By Christopher Hughes

In this episode I speak with Jason Snape. Jason is a Research Professor in sustainable healthcare and environmental sustainability at the University of York, and prior to that was Global Head of Environment at AstraZeneca. 

Our discussion covers:

  • Jason's career journey to date

  • His move into academia and future research goals

  • Sustainable healthcare in developing economies

  • Reflections on regulatory persistence assessments

  • Environmental safety within the pharmaceutical sector

  • The threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR)

  • Extended producer responsibility and the EU Urban Wastewater Treatment Directive

  • The water industry, the state of UK waterways, and public attitudes to drinking water

Jason has a huge amount of knowledge to share about some of the most pressing challenges in society. Join us to explore potential solutions!

Jason's 2018 keynote on AMR at SETAC Rome

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