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Interactive quiz and master class as part of the LIFE MERCURY-FREE project at Lviv PolytechnicNational University

On April 23, 2025, the annual Science Fair was held at the Lviv Polytechnic National University. The main goal of the event was not only to familiarize schoolchildren with the scientific achievements of the university and its educational areas, but also to attract professionally oriented entrants, because only such people are able to gain professional…

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Winners of the Student Essay Contest “Mercury-Free City” of the LIFE MERCURY-FREE International Project Awarded

On April 23, 2025, at the Department of Software of Lviv Polytechnic National University, Lviv, Ukraine, diplomas and gifts were awarded to the winners of the student essay contest dedicated to the issue of environmental mercury pollution (https://lpnu.ua/news/startuvav-konkurs-studentskykh-ese-vid-mizhnarodnoho-proiektu-life-mercury-free). The contest was organized within the framework of the “Mercury-Free City” Marathon of the LIFE MERCURY-FREE international…

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Study of mercury level in fish: Baltic sea case

Mercury, especially its toxic form (methylmercury), can cause health problems, especially in pregnant women and young children. Regular consumption of fish with high mercury content can lead to damage to the nervous system, kidneys and immune system. Tips for fish consumption: It is recommended to limit the consumption of large predatory fish (e.g. tuna, swordfish)…

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