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\n Emerging Pollutants Network
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\n Arab Network for Emerging Environmental Pollutants (EPN)\n <\/p>\n

\n Together towards a collective initiative for a safer and more sustainable environment in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). The first professional membership network in the Arab region specialized in emerging pollutants.\n <\/p>\n

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\n Protecting health and environment through science\n <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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About EPN<\/h2>\n

\n EPN (Emerging Pollutants Network) is a pioneering initiative established under the Arab Science and Technology Foundation (ASTF) aimed at addressing environmental challenges related to emerging pollutants in the Arab region through enhanced regional and international cooperation.\n <\/p>\n

\n The network empowers professionals dedicated to environmental sustainability by combating threats from emerging pollutants \u2013 particularly PFAS (forever chemicals), PPCPs (pharmaceuticals and personal care products), and microplastics \u2013 that pose significant risks to food security, water quality, and public health across the Middle East and North Africa.\n <\/p>\n

\n EPN applies a One Health approach<\/strong>, recognizing the interconnection between human health, animal health, and environmental health to develop comprehensive and sustainable solutions.\n <\/p>\n

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\n EPN Joins IPEN Global Network
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\n The Arab Network for Emerging Environmental Pollutants (EPN) has become an official member of IPEN<\/strong> (International Pollutants Elimination Network) \u2013 a global non-governmental network bringing together civil society organizations working to protect environmental and public health from hazardous chemicals and toxic pollutants.\n <\/p>\n

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\n Through this membership, EPN strengthens its international presence and collaboration with global partners to address emerging environmental pollutants and promote safer, healthier communities in the Arab region.\n <\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\n \u201cTogether towards a collective initiative for a safer and more sustainable environment in the Middle East and North Africa.\u201d\n <\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Vision & Mission<\/h2>\n
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Our Vision<\/h3>\n

\n To be a center of excellence, bringing together skilled experts to develop sustainable solutions for emerging environmental pollutants affecting human health, ecosystems, and natural resources in the Arab region.\n <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Our Mission<\/h3>\n

\n To address emerging environmental pollutants across Arab countries by delivering sustainable solutions through a specialized professional team using a One Health approach that integrates human, animal, and environmental health.\n <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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Human Exposure to Microplastics<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n


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\n December 13, 2025<\/strong>\n <\/p>\n

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