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IPBES regional dialogues to strenghten policy support Register now and explore collaborative strategies to implement Policy Support in the IPBES Agenda by 2030 Announcing Institution
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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 Speaks: Meet the IAP governance 'What is IAP?' - Interview with the IAP Co-President Peggy Hamburg Announcing Institution
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IPBES Call: Strengthening Knowledge Generation Catalysis The call focuses on ways to strengthen the implementation of objective 3 (a) of the IPBES rolling work programme up to 2030, in particular the aspect on knowledge generation catalysis. Announcing Institution
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GPHW2024
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YPL Duha Shellah to Speak at Global Public Health Week Opening Ceremony Duha Shellah, YPL 2022 alumna, will be speaking at the upcoming Global Public Health Week (GPHW). Announcing Institution
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IAP adopts a Code of Conduct Announcing Institution
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Stefania Mondello, YPL 2018, Contributes to Global Initiative Against 'Paper Mills' Advancing Collective Action to Safeguard Scholarly Integrity Announcing Institution
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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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Survey Launched by CoARA Working Group on Academic Career Assessment Mapping global initiatives: a call for insights into reforming academic evaluation practices worldwide 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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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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Removing Barriers that hinder Global Scientific Exchange and Collaboration
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IAP Webinar: Removing Barriers that hinder Global Scientific Exchange and Collaboration The InterAcademy Partnership (IAP) invites you to its webinar to enhance global scientific exchange and networking. 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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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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Min. Plen. Vanni d'Archirafi visits IAP
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Italian Special Envoy for the Caribbean visits IAP IAP and its partner organisations TWAS and OWSD welcomed Special Envoy Uberto Vanni d'Archirafi for collaborative dialogue Announcing Institution
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COP28 side event
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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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COP28 Dubai side events
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IAP Highlights Side-Events at COP28: A Platform for Global Collaboration IAP is excited to draw attention to insightful COP28 sessions featuring its partners and member academies Announcing Institution
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Climate and Health: IAP at the COP28 IAP Joins Forces with Save the Children, Cicero and Gerics in COP28 Side-Event Addressing Climate Change and Health. Announcing Institution
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Jamilla Hussain
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Meet the Inspiring Young Physician Leaders of 2023: Interview with Jamilla Hussain In a dynamic world where healthcare leadership is needed, it's essential to recognize the bright minds who are paving the way for the future. Dr. Jamilla Hussain, a senior research fellow in Palliative and End of Life Care based in the UK, is one such young physician leader making a significant impact. Announcing Institution
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Africa One Health
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The regional workshop on One Health calls for abstracts from young scientists in Africa The online symposium on One Health in Africa 2023 is now open for registration. It will take place on 12 and 13 December 2023. 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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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: 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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International Conference Addresses Society's Resilience Post-Disasters
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International Conference Addresses Society's Resilience Post-Disasters The Science Council of Japan organised an event titled "Transforming Society to Become Resilient and Sustainable beyond Catastrophic Disasters" 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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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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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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WSF 2022 Science for Social Justice
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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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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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Global Young Academy (GYA)
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News from the Global Young Academy (GYA) The Global Young Academy (GYA) gives a voice to young researchers, bringing a unique global, interdisciplinary, and inclusive perspective guided by evidence and reason to produce a sustainable vision for the future Announcing Institution
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Sign the Science in Exile Declaration
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Sign the Science in Exile Declaration We call on all stakeholders of science, and those involved in humanitarian activities, to join us to build a better future for our colleagues Announcing Institution
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Science in Exile Declaration
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International science organizations unite in support of at-risk, displaced and refugee scientists Join the advocacy campaign to support at-risk, displaced and refugee scientists by signing the Science in Exile Declaration Announcing Institution
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IAP and NASAC call attention to opportunities for Africa to lead the transport decarbonisation movement Scientists, engineers, planners and policymakers discuss challenges and opportunities to decarbonise transport in Africa in workshop and new report Announcing Institution
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IAP and ISC: Creating impact through science Read the blogopost by IAP co-president Richard Catlow Announcing Institution
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World academies call for concerted action to combat predatory journals and conferences A new IAP report sets out recommendations for a global, systemic action plan to address these pervasive and damaging practices Announcing Institution
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The InterAcademy Partnership (IAP) calls for a global health data sharing framework Read the new IAP Communiqué Announcing Institution
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News from the Network of African Science Academies (NASAC) Don't miss the latest news from IAP's regional network in Africa Announcing Institution