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An opportunity for budding African entrepreneurs in nanotech
On 29 January this year, budding entrepreneurs from across Africa gathered at the British University in Egypt for a UNESCO bootcamp which introduced them to the finer points of nanotechnology, among other special activities.
Barbora Gulejova: ‘Interest of younger generation in STEM is decreasing’
In this interview during IYBSSD opening ceremony, Barbora Bruant Gulejova, Strategic Development Lead of the International particle Physics Outreach Group, explained that those who wish to save the world from destruction should think of becoming a physicist, engineer or scientist.
Make science attractive at all educational levels – Ghanaian VC
The Pro Vice-Chancellor of Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Prof. Ellis Owusu-Dabo, is entreating stakeholders in the educational sector to build a strong foundation in basic sciences from the basic level.
Students are inspired to solve Africa’s science problems
Senior students invited to participate at the 2022 edition of the African School of Fundamental Physics and Applications (ASP2022) went home inspired and enriched through their encounters with other bright sparks from all over Africa.
More education opportunities for girls reduce deaths in children
An IIASA study shows that maternal education, and particularly secondary education, plays a significant role in reducing deaths in newborns and children under five years of age, in both rural and urban areas of India.
6th Workshop on Energy for Sustainable Science at Research Infrastructures
The workshop attracted energy experts from research facilities and infrastructure projects worldwide, with the purpose of identifying the challenges, best practices and policies to develop sustainable solutions at research infrastructures.
Antoine Kouchner: ‘Science has many things to say. It should be heard’
In this interview during the opening ceremony of IYBSSD, Antoine Kouchner of Astroparticle Physics European Consortium, asserted that the world should give a listening hear to scientific community, because it will provide answers to many global issues.
10,000 students, parents attend ‘Taipei Science Day’
The 2023 “Taipei Science Day” was held on 29th April 2023, attracting about 10,000 students and parents from Taipei City’s vocational schools, junior high schools, and Taiwan Normal University’s College of Science.
“Science X Sustainability” train turned into classroom
The “Science X Sustainability” MRT painted train is a response from the National Science Council to commemorate the United Nations’ ‘International Year of Basic Science for Sustainable Development’ 2022-2023.
