Prof. Dr. Arash Malekian
06/07/2022Prof. Dr. Arash Malekian, Cluster Lead and Focal Point of Clean Water and Sanitation Section at International Association of Universities (IAU) affiliated with UNESCO at the University of Tehran, answers questions about sustainability and peace in preparation for this year's DAAD-Alumni-Forum 'Creating Change'.
What does sustainable work and research mean to you? (not only in the ecological context)?
Sustainable work and research mean achieving collaborative and friendly working conditions that enable people to enjoy working with each other.
In your opinion, what need to be done to make the world more peaceful?
We need to understand and help each other in order to create a peaceful world. We also need to act more seriously about common challenges such as global warming, climate change, food security, water shortage, etc.
How do you plan to share the results of the forum in a lasting way?
I will share the results of the forum via webinars and social media.
Which animal would you consider the better human?
Horse.