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Hashim Hounkpatin
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Benin: Lessons from the formulation of a National Adaptation Plan Climate Change & Health Initiative: Interviews with Case Study Authors Announcing Institution
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Victoria Pratt
  • Environment & Climate
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Thailand: The link between mental health and ecosystem health in Indigenous farming communities Climate Change & Health Initiative: Interviews with Case Study Authors Announcing Institution
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Kamaruddin Norzikri
  • Environment & Climate
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Malaysia: The Urban Heat Island phenomenon and its impacts on vulnerable groups Climate Change & Health Initiative: Interviews with Case Study Authors Announcing Institution
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Hillary Mugiyo
  • Environment & Climate
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South Africa: Using machine learning to map bioclimatic zones and crop yields in water-scarce conditions Climate Change & Health Initiative: Interviews with Case Study Authors Announcing Institution
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Seyoum Eshetie
  • Environment & Climate
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Ethiopia: Mapping the urban overheating hazard and its driving factors in Addis Ababa Climate Change & Health Initiative: Interviews with Case Study Authors Announcing Institution
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AcMedSci UK
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Prioritising health in the early years - launch of international statement Leading experts unite to address alarming decline in children’s health and wellbeing Announcing Institution
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Aduwati Sali
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Malaysia: technology-based peatland management Climate Change & Health Initiative: Interviews with Case Study Authors Announcing Institution
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Caradee Wright
  • Environment & Climate
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South Africa: Addressing heat-health threats to vulnerable people Climate Change & Health Initiative: Interviews with Case Study Authors Announcing Institution
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Ghana case study
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Ghana: Co-production methodologies to deliver city-level flood resilience Climate Change & Health Initiative: Interviews with Case Study Authors Announcing Institution
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Africa Japan
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5th Hideyo Noguchi Africa Prize: Call for Nominations A prize for remarkable contributions to medical research and services in Africa Announcing Institution
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ANM Brazil
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Young Scientists and the Future of Science: Attend the seminar Nobel Laureate and Young Scientists to Gather at Brazil's National Academy of Medicine for G20 Seminar Announcing Institution
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YPL 2024 extended
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Young Physician Leaders (YPL) Programme 2024: Deadline extended Nominations will be accepted from members of the InterAcademy Partnership and the ‘M8 Alliance’ of academic centres. Announcing Institution
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UNEP
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UNEP & WHO expert group: Call for applications Call for applications to participate in a UNEP & WHO expert group on the State of the Science Report on Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals (EDCs) Announcing Institution
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IAP STC Helsinki
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Join Us in Helsinki to discuss Climate Change and Health Policy Lessons from Global Case Studies on Climate Change and Health Announcing Institution
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Helena B Nader on IANAS NASAC
  • Environment & Climate
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IAP Speaks: Regional collaboration within IAP Addressing Water Scarcity: Helena Bonciani Nader Highlights IAP Water Programme Initiatives Announcing Institution
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YPL Suraj Bhattarai will Present at Geneva Health Forum 2024 Highlighting the Role of Young Leaders in Addressing Planetary Health and Global Health Initiatives Announcing Institution
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Decarbonisation of transport in Africa
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Decarbonisation of Transport in Africa: Watch the webinar recording IAP and the Network of African Science Academies (NASAC) hosted a webinar for the launch of a new report Announcing Institution
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YPL 2023
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Young Physician Leaders (YPL) Programme 2024: Call for nominations Nominations will be accepted from members of the InterAcademy Partnership and the ‘M8 Alliance’ of academic centres. Announcing Institution
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Marrakesh souk
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  • Sustainable Development Goals
Announcing the 20th International Conference on Urban Health Hosted by ISUH, the conference will take place in Marrakesh from 18-21 November 2024 Announcing Institution
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Policy lessons IAP Helsinki
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Navigating Climate Health: Policy Insights from Global Case Studies at SRI/SSD2024 Join IAP's Interactive Roundtable on Climate Change and Health Policy on 10 June in Helsinki, Finland Announcing Institution
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Ozge Karadag Caman
  • Health
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Ozge Karadag (YPL 2018) is a member of the newly launched CHH–Lancet Commission Empowering Global Health Advocacy: Dr. Ozge Karadag selected to be part of the CHH–Lancet Commission on Health, Conflict and Forced Displacement Announcing Institution
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FEAM
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FEAM Webinar: Unveiling Success Stories in Academies' Stakeholder Collaborations The Federation of European Academies of Medicine (FEAM) is hosting a webinar on 18 April 2024
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Nepal Rania
  • Environment & Climate
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  • Sustainable Development Goals
Workshop on Climate Change and Health in Kathmandu, Nepal On 14 and 15 March, Connecting the Dots Between Climate Change and Health', brought together esteemed organizations in Nepal. Announcing Institution
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GPHW2024
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  • Sustainable Development Goals
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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Nepal
  • Environment & Climate
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  • Sustainable Development Goals
Connecting the dots between climate change, health and equity The National Academy of Medicine (NAM), the National Academy of Science and Technology, Nepal, the IAP and partners are co-hosting a two-day workshop in Nepal and online. Announcing Institution
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Science and Children
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Smithsonian Science Education Center Wins One Smithsonian Education Award Celebrating Excellence in Global Education: the Smithsonian Science for Global Goals Project receives the prestigious One Smithsonian Education Award Announcing Institution
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YPL Fabien Vincent releases Research on Autoimmune Rheumatic Disease in Australia Read the work of YPL 2013 Fabien Vincent, on autoimmune rheumatic disease (AIRD) in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples in Australia. 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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Xuan Bach Tran (YPL 2013) awarded for outstanding HEOR achievements Xuan Bach Tran (YPL 2013) receives the LMIC Health Economics and Outcomes Research Excellence Award Announcing Institution
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Launching of the Global Health Equity Atlas This data-driven tool for combatting inequalities will be launched online on 15 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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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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IAP STC CCH
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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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YPL ASC
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A world in turmoil relies on the leaders of tomorrow The YPL Alumni Steering Committee hosted a workshop at the latest World Congress in Public Health (WCPH). Announcing Institution
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Duha Shellah
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Navigating the Humanitarian Crisis: read the article from YPL Dr. Duha Shellah In an article published in The Lancet, YPL 2022 Dr. Duha Shellah provides insights on healthcare challenges amid the Gaza conflict. Announcing Institution
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YPL Dr. Venetia Giannakaki Awarded EANS Leadership Scholarship Empowering Neurosurgery: Dr. Venetia Giannakaki, YPL Alumna, Receives EANS Leadership Scholarship for Diverse Leaders. Announcing Institution
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YPL Dr. Paramdeep Singh Receives Prestigious IMA National Academic Excellence Award Dr. Paramdeep Singh, YPL 2019, has been conferred with the "IMA National Young Academic Excellence Award" by the Indian Medical Association (IMA). Announcing Institution
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Workshop IAP STC CCH
  • Environment & Climate
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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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Jamilla Hussain
  • Health
  • Policy for Science
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
  • Health
  • Policy for Science
  • Sustainable Development Goals
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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IAP YPL 2023 at ESMT Berlin
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  • Policy for Science
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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  • Environment & Climate
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IANAS-WfS Celebrates Outstanding Women Scientists in 2023 Awards IANAS recognizes the Achievements of Dr. Mónica Mazariegos and Dr. Alicia Rojas for their excellence and dedication to scientific research. Announcing Institution
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YPL 2023 frame Berlin
  • Health
Meet the next generation of IAP Young Physician Leaders: the 2023 cohort is here Meet 18 outstanding young physicians below the age of 40 from all over the world Announcing Institution
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International Conference Addresses Society's Resilience Post-Disasters
  • Environment & Climate
  • Health
  • Policy for Science
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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Climate change and health cover photo
  • Environment & Climate
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IAP seeking two 'Climate Change and Health' consultants IAP is seeking a senior consultant and a writer/editor to work on the 'Climate Change and Health Policy' project being implemented in partnership with Save the Children Announcing Institution
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YPL 2022 cohort discussing
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Call for nominations: IAP 2023 Young Physician Leaders (YPL) Programme Call for nominations is open for the IAP 2023 Young Physician Leaders (YPL) Programme. Nominations will be accepted from members of the InterAcademy Partnership and the ‘M8 Alliance’ of academic centres. Announcing Institution
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KNAW Planetary Health Report
  • Environment & Climate
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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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workshop on Advancing multi-sectoral and life-course approaches in mental health research In Africa’ which was convened jointly by the Academy of Medical Sciences and Academy of Sciences of South Africa.
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Advancing multi-sectoral and life-course approaches in mental health research In Africa The Academy of Medical Sciences UK and the Academy of Science of South Africa (ASSAf) published the findings from their most recent collaboration. The reports are based on two workshops from November 2022 that focused on mental health research and supporting career development in countries across Africa including South Africa, Ghana, Ethiopia and Nigeria. Announcing Institution
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Cover photo of the EASAC report on neonicotinoids February 2023
  • Agriculture & Food Security
  • Health
EASAC issues new report on “Neonicotinoids and their substitutes in sustainable pest control” The report, published in February 2023, is the latest of a series of publications on the issue. It summarises the results of research in recent years and strengthens earlier conclusions in EASAC’s 2015 review on the wider ecosystem effects of neonicotinoids. Announcing Institution