1. Role of information technology in environment and human health

2. The computer is one of the most remarkable developments in the history of mankind. Technological development in the information technology (IT) has connected people in different parts of the world into a single network. Informational technology has tremendous potential in every walk of life such as business, economics, politics, medicine, environment and culture Development of different internet facilities, World Wide Web (WWW), Geographical information system (GIS), Global positioning system (GPS), Environmental Information System (ENVIS) and information through satellites has generated a wealth of information on various aspects of day to day life.

3. IT provides us with information regarding the following:
probable dangers related to indiscriminate use of natural resources
hazardous results due to the use of various pesticides and germicides
animal products (hide, bone, milk, etc.) and plant resources in an area
effective control of population growth
soil erosion and conservation
education and public awareness
changes in the health care delivery system
community health information networks