I have a PhD in Physics and more than 30 years of experience in research and project management in academic and not-for-profit environment, and a strong experience in consulting on environmental health issues. I work with diverse group of stakeholders and individuals on strategic planning and organizational design to strengthen their participation in decision making on chemical safety and environmental health. I organized and manage efficiently information, data, and contract compliance for more than 70 projects in developing countries and countries with economies in transition working on a variety of issues related to sound chemicals and waste management and associated

Contributing with the chemical negotiation processes since 20 years ago (Stockholm and Minamata Conventions as well as IFCS and SAICM negotiation process, 8 years in the SAICM Bureau representing the Health Sector) as well as with the implementation at the regional and country level. Teaching at post-degree level and contributing with research. Experience in development of decision making tools to improve capacity building at oriented to multistakeholder participation and evaluation of the Health and Environmental effects of chemicals as well to contribute to a better understanding of the health effects and cost of inaction and implement polices and strategies.

I have been working on chemicals such as BPA, triclosan, Phthalates, POPs. We are doing primary and secondary research work and through our findings we are approaching government to bring the policy change. We are also involved in capacity building of stakeholders to educate them on the issue and take appropriate action.