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IAP speaks 2 Stephanie
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IAP Speaks: What is our Strategic Plan? IAP Board member Stephanie Burton explains the four priorities of the IAP Strategic Plan Announcing Institution
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IAP code of conduct
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IAP adopts a Code of Conduct Announcing Institution
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Removing Barriers that hinder Global Scientific Exchange and Collaboration
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IAP webinar to enhance global scientific exchange: meet our speakers Register to our upcoming webinar Removing Barriers that hinder Global Scientific Exchange and Collaboration Announcing Institution
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BWC ICGEB TWAS
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Reducing Biological Risks by Promoting the Peaceful Use of Biology Joint initiative of the International Organisations in Trieste, Italy and the Biological Weapons Convention: from 4-8 March 2024, young scientists and experts from across the globe will attend a course addressing virus detection, biosecurity and science diplomacy. Announcing Institution
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Proof of Concept Meeting for a Scientific Advisory Body for the BWC
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IAP Convening Global Biosecurity Experts in Trieste The InterAcademy Partnership (IAP) is hosting an international ‘Proof of Concept Meeting for a Scientific Advisory Body for the Biological and Toxin Weapons Convention (BWC)'. Announcing Institution
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Watch U.S. NAS video in Support of Ukrainian Science 24 February 2024 marks the second year since the beginning of the war in Ukraine. Announcing Institution
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The 2023 Policy Brief is now available on the IAP website The IAP's new Policy Brief addresses Global Challenges in Science, Engineering and Medicine Announcing Institution
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UNESCO launches global survey to enhance its Science Report The survey aims at gaining a better understanding of the needs, requirements and preferences of readers and users of the UNESCO Science Report. Announcing Institution
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Science Diplomacy
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Call for Science Diplomacy special issue – 15 Years On AAAS and The Royal Society collaborate to Revisit Science Diplomacy Announcing Institution
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Our most popular stories from 2023 From Young Physician Leaders (YPL) to COP28, these were our 10 most-read articles of the year Announcing Institution
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Arizona dome no cactus
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Global Science Leaders ISC and IAP Issue Joint Statement on Protecting the Autonomy of National Academies of Science IAP and the ISC are concerned about the autonomy of academies and their members, jeopardizing their capacity to provide valid, ethically sound advice on critical issues affecting humanity and the planet. Announcing Institution
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The Role of Academies in Climate Policy Advice
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The Role of Academies in Climate Policy Advice: Enthusiastic participation at COP28 This successful COP28 side-event was a collaboration with the New Voices program of the National Academy of Sciences (US) Announcing Institution
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IAP NAS COP28
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The Role of Academies in Climate Policy Advice: IAP Side Event at COP28 Academies Unite for Collaborative Climate Change Advice: the IAP invites you to its side event on 9 December 2023. Announcing Institution
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COP28 side event
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  • Sustainable Development Goals
Successful COP28 Side Event Explores Climate Change Adaptation for Health Now available on YouTube the recording of the side event at COP28 organized by IAP, Save the Children, CICERO and GERICS. Announcing Institution
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Biological Weapons Convention
  • Biotechnology & Biosecurity
IAP collaborating with ICGEB and TWAS to advance biosecurity - Join the training in Trieste IAP has joined forces with the International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (ICGEB), The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS) and the Biological Weapons Convention (BWC) to host a course on 'Science Diplomacy'. Announcing Institution
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IAP and Save the Children collaborate to tackle the impact of climate change on human health IAP in collaboration with Save the Children is developing a book of case studies that illustrate systems solutions for climate change and health policies, to build governments’ awareness of multi-sectoral, systems-based studies and policies. Announcing Institution
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YPL 2023 at the WHS Berlin
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Empowering Young Physician Leaders for a Transformative Healthcare Future In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, the role of physicians extends beyond medical expertise to encompass effective leadership. A group of young, ambitious physicians from around the world gathered in Berlin for the 2023 edition of the Young Physician Leaders Programme (YPL), a collaboration between the IAP and the M8 Alliance, during the World Health Summit. Announcing Institution
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IAP Webinar series
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Promoting Ethics and Integrity in Scientific Research and Practice: Watch the IAP webinar In an age where scientific research and practice play a decisive role in shaping our world, ensuring ethical conduct and integrity is fundamental. Delve into the importance of ethics in scientific endeavours and explore strategies to maintain the highest standards of integrity. Announcing Institution
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Call for nominations of experts to IPBES task forces Following the successful conclusion of IPBES 10 and in line with the IPBES Rolling Work Programme up to 2030, Governments and other relevant stakeholders are invited to nominate candidates for the following task forces. Announcing Institution
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IAP YPL 2023 at ESMT Berlin
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IAP Young Physician Leaders 2023: Empowering Future Healthcare Leaders The 2023 Young Physician Leaders (YPL) programme, initiated by IAP, recently wrapped up in the vibrant city of Berlin. This transformative journey, held from 12 to 17 October, coincided with the World Health Summit (WHS), offering a dynamic platform for emerging healthcare leaders. Announcing Institution
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IAP Webinar series
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IAP Webinar: Promoting Ethics and Integrity in Scientific Research and Practice The InterAcademy Partnership (IAP) invites you to the Inaugural Webinar of the IAP Webinar Series! Announcing Institution
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NASSL and partners issue the Colombo Declaration, paving the way for Science Advice to Governments The National Academy of Sciences of Sri Lanka (NASSL) and its collaborators have issued the 'Colombo Declaration', an important step towards institutionalizing science advice to governments. Announcing Institution
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IANAS and ABC Present Manaus Letter with Recommendations at Amazon Summit IANAS has launched the 'Science By and For the Amazon' initiative and presented the IANAS Manaus Letter at the National Institute for Amazonian Research (INPA) in Brazil. Announcing Institution
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IANAS Launches Science By and For the Amazon Initiative: Uniting Efforts for Sustainable Development The IANAS Manaus Letter was presented at the IANAS-ABC Science By and For the Amazon event, held on 2 and 3 August at the National Institute for Amazonian Research (INPA) in Brazil Announcing Institution
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United Nations Establishes Scientific Advisory Board to Bridge Science and Policy Gap The United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres announced in August 2023 the creation of a new Scientific Advisory Board to advise UN leaders on breakthroughs in science and technology and how to harness the benefits of these advances and mitigate potential risks. Announcing Institution
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WHO call for experts
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Call for Experts - Technical Advisory Group on the responsible use of the life sciences and dual-use research The WHO is calling for experts to participate in a Technical Advisory Group on the responsible use of the life sciences and dual-use research. Announcing Institution
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TWAS publishes its Annual Report for 2022 This publication (free to download) provides an overview of TWAS activities in 2022 Announcing Institution
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KNAW Planetary Health Report
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Academy: Prioritise research into the risks to human health posed by global environmental change The Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences (KNAW) just published a new report called 'Planetary Health. An emerging field to be developed.' Read the KNAW press release. Announcing Institution
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  • Environment & Climate
IPBES online dialogue workshop to increase synergies and collaboration An online dialogue workshop with national and (sub)regional platforms and networks engaging with IPBES will take place on 23 June 2023. The objective is to explore efforts to increase synergies and collaboration in supporting the implementation of the IPBES rolling work programme up to 2030 and the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework. Announcing Institution
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Climate change decision making
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G-7 Science Academies call for actions on climate change, the oceans and ageing The science academies of the G-7 countries issued in March 2023 three joint statements to their respective governments to inform discussions and policy-making during the May G-7 summit in Hiroshima. Announcing Institution
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The Future of Research Evaluation: A Synthesis of Current Debates and Developments
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‘The Future of Research Evaluation: A Synthesis of Current Debates and Developments’ The Global Young Academy (GYA), the InterAcademy Partnership (IAP) and the International Science Council (ISC) Centre for Science Futures have released a synthesis paper which sets out the major drivers, opportunities and challenges for research evaluation reform and collates illustrative examples of change happening at global, regional, national and institutional levels. The paper is intended to serve as a prospectus for in-depth conversations with stakeholders including the global research community itself. Announcing Institution
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IAP Save the Children Open call for ‘Climate Change and Health’ policy case studies
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  • Environment & Climate
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  • Sustainable Development Goals
Open call for ‘Climate Change and Health’ policy case studies IAP announces a new collaboration with Save the Children to develop a book of case studies that illustrate systems solutions for climate change and health policies. Announcing Institution
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Margaret A. Hamburg appointed as member of the President’s Intelligence Advisory Board by US President IAP announces that its newly-elected Co-President, Margaret A. Hamburg has been appointed as a member of the President’s Intelligence Advisory Board by US President, Joe Biden. Announcing Institution
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WSF 2022 Science for Social Justice
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  • Environment & Climate
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  • Sustainable Development Goals
IAP at the World Science Forum The World Science Forum provides a forum for dialogue between the scientific community, society, policy-makers and industry. Announcing Institution
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New collection of IAP Statements (2019-2022) IAP issued a collection of 6 IAP statements, produced since the IAP 2019 Conference and General Assembly was held in Songdo, Korea. Announcing Institution
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 Triennial Conference of the InterAcademy Partnership (IAP) and the Worldwide Meeting of Young Academies
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Senior and young academies call for a more inclusive, effective, and sustainable research environment Representatives from all over the world joined the Triennial Conference of the InterAcademy Partnership (IAP) and the Worldwide Meeting of Young Academies Announcing Institution
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UN Climate Change Conference – COP27
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  • Environment & Climate
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IAP at COP27 The UN Climate Change Conference – COP27 – is currently being held in Sharm El-Sheik, Egypt. IAP is present. Announcing Institution
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IAP Statement on Implications of Urbanization In Low- And- Middle-income Countries
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Urbanisation can boost economies and living standard in the developing world, says world academies’ network The InterAcademy Partnership (IAP) highlights policy measures aimed at improving urban living
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Member academies of the InterAcademy Partnership (IAP) elect new leadership Successful candidates will begin their mandate in November 2022 Announcing Institution
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IAP announces the publication of its 2021 Annual Report In 2021, the InterAcademy Partnership (IAP) supported 77 meetings and 35 publications, and provided a collective, supportive mechanism for academies to further strengthen their crucial roles as providers of evidence-based policy and advice Announcing Institution
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Improving inclusivity in digital education
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Improving inclusivity in digital education: read the ALLEA statement Download the European Federation of Academies of Sciences and Humanities (ALLEA) Statement in Response to the European Commission’s Call for Evidence on Digital Education and Digital Skills Announcing Institution
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health inequalities research framework
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Participants from 25 countries collaborate on health inequalities research framework Read the new report and communiqué Announcing Institution
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biodiversity
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Call for nominations of experts to participate in the IPBES business and biodiversity assessment Experts from developing countries receive financial support to attend author meetings and possibly other relevant meetings Announcing Institution
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 Climate Change: Evidence and causes
  • Environment & Climate
Climate Change: Evidence and causes Read the updated publication Announcing Institution
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  • Environment & Climate
Call for nominations: IPBES Nature Futures Framework workshop The workshop will take place on 14-16 November 2022 Announcing Institution
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  • Environment & Climate
The online registration system for COP27 is open The ultimate objective of all agreements under the UNFCCC is to stabilize greenhouse gas concentrations in the atmosphere at a level that will prevent dangerous human interference with the climate system, in a time frame which allows ecosystems to adapt naturally and enables sustainable development Announcing Institution
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Action steps for rebuilding Ukraine’s science, research, and innovation A group of academies strongly encourage that while global leaders develop programs and make funding commitments for Ukraine, there should be a focus on rebuilding a modern and globally integrated science and research system Announcing Institution
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Nominations for Scientific Committee of Urban health and wellbeing programme
  • Health
  • Sustainable Development Goals
Call for nominations: Scientific Committee of the Urban Health and Wellbeing Programme UHWB is an Affiliated Body of the International Science Council (ISC). It is co-sponsored with the InterAcademy Partnership (IAP) and the International Society for Urban Health (ISUH), and hosted by the Institute for Urban Environment of the Chinese Academy of Sciences in Xiamen, PR China. Announcing Institution
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Global Summit for Diaspora Networks in Science
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The call for proposals for the Global Summit for Diaspora Networks in Science in now open Are you interested in adding to the conversation and hosting your own session at The Global Summit for Diaspora Networks in Science? Announcing Institution