Title
IOF mandate Research Institute: Centre for Environmental Sciences 2024-2028 (Research)
Abstract
CMK is a leading institution in environmental research, performing cutting-edge research in various
domains: toxicology, the exposome, and human health; ecosystem functioning and climate change; agriculture
and biobased treatments; biobased and environmentally safe products; biodiversity; and organisational,
educational and policy transition towards a sustainable economy. Because of our multidisciplinary expertise
and approach, CMK researchers offer tailor-made solutions that address the complex, unmet environmental
requirements of the public sector, businesses, and society, ranging from policy development to advanced
technological innovations.
Building effective and sustainable ecosystems is at the core of CMK's mission. CMK actively engages in
collaboration to share expertise and forge lasting partnerships. CMK is committed to invest in its people and
their valorisation skills and to foster a culture of technology transfer. By organising training, facilitating
commercialization, and supporting spin-off initiatives, CMK ensures its work has a tangible impact on society
and the economy, contributing to both job creation and environmental protection.
CMK is a central research partner for governmental, research and industry entities seeking to address
environmental challenges and achieve sustainable development. By leveraging its expertise, fostering
collaboration, and driving innovation, CMK significantly contributes to a healthier, greener, cleaner, and more
sustainable future.
Period of project
01 January 2024 - 31 December 2028