The University of Lomé hosts a research school on waste and water recovery

Since Monday, July 21, the University of Lomé (UL) has been the site of a thematic research school dedicated to the recovery of waste, water, and biomass. The opening ceremony was presided over by the Minister of Higher Education, Kanka-Malik Natchaba.

Called the CNRS-Africa HELIOS Residential Thematic Research School, this initiative is part of a dynamic effort to strengthen scientific capacity in the face of environmental and energy challenges. For two weeks, the school brings together young researchers from several African countries, including Togo, Benin, Ivory Coast, Gabon, and Senegal, as well as lecturer-researchers from partner universities in France.

The school's work focuses on innovative waste and water treatment processes using light and electricity. The goal is to stimulate applied research and foster the emergence of sustainable solutions adapted to African realities.

The President of the University of Lomé, Adama Kpodar, emphasized the honor of the institution to host this residential research school in collaboration with the French National Center for Scientific Research (CNRS). He specified that during these two weeks, eminent professors and researchers will exchange views on various topics related to these themes.

Minister Kanka-Malik Natchaba praised the scientific and strategic importance of this school, encouraging young African researchers to take advantage of this opportunity. He also emphasized that this approach is in line with the government's vision to promote scientific research as a driver of sustainable development and the structural transformation of the country.

Work on the school will continue until August 3.

Djamiou ABOUDOU