Panel Session 1: Evidence-Based Assessment and Policy Interventions 10:30 AM - 12:00 Noon IST Using evidence and research to understand the extent and impact of lead poisoning in South Asia, as well as discussing potential policy interventions to address and prevent the issue. Speaker Details Dr. Indu Bhushan - Chair Dr. Satish Sinha - Lead Paint Regulations in India and Approaches to improve Compliance for Public Health Protection Bjorn Larsen -Addressing Lead Exposure in South Asia through Evidence-Based Policy Jeiel Guarino - Eliminating Lead Paint Globally: Insights from IPEN's Work Shipra Agarwal - Moderator About the Colloquia The Colloquia hosted by Advanced Study Institute of Asia (ASIA) at SGT University in collaboration with Young Scholars Initiative (YSI), an Initiative of The Institute of New Economic Thinking (INET) aim to bring together experts, stakeholders, and policymakers from different countries in Asia to discuss the current state of lead poisoning research, policy frameworks, and prevention strategies. This colloquium aims to serve as a platform for knowledge-sharing, policy dialogue, and collective action to address the critical issue of lead poisoning in India and South Asia. The goal is to identify gaps and limitations in existing policies and research and to propose recommendations for strengthening the policy framework and research agenda on lead poisoning in Asia. June 25th 2024