Minamata Convention on Mercury – Asian Scientist Magazine

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In the Lab

Ultraviolet Light Without Mercury

Researchers have successfully developed a UV lamp for skin treatment that does not use environmentally harmful mercury.

Nations Agree On First Global Treaty That Bans Mercury Emissions

A legally binding global treaty to curb mercury in the environment if fully implemented would eliminate most mercury use by 2020.

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