Women sidelined in agri-tech revolution, experts say
The exclusion of women in the digital world is hurting agricultural productivity in low- and middle- income countries, according to global technology experts.
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CERN flags off 3 ‘Horizon Europe’ projects
In January this year, the European Commission announced the selection of the first three Horizon Europe projects with CERN participation. Two of the projects will begin in September, while the third has already started.
IAU’s Centre for ‘Protection of the Dark and Quiet Sky’
The International Astronomical Union has announced SKA Observatory (SKAO) and NSF’s NOIRLab as co-hosts of its new ‘Centre for the Protection of the Dark and Quiet Sky from Satellite Constellation Interference’.
Africa’s future amid 4th Industrial Revolution, ICT education
In a journal article, TWAS Executive Director, Romain Murenzi, and his team, advocated greater science and technology education in Africa, for young people in the continent to be better prepared for global changes.
ICTP scientists win 5-year research grants
Ali Hassanali of ICTP’s Condensed Matter and Statistical Physics unit has received the ERC Consolidator Grant, while Joan Elias Miró, a physicist in the High Energy, Cosmology and Astroparticle Physics unit, got the ERC Starting Grant of €2m and €1.5m, respectively.
‘Why women scientists must be brave’
In an opinion article, Anet Rezek Jambrak, Professor in Food Engineering, at the University of Zagreb, has explained, how women can manage their domestic roles and professional career together, efficiently.
OAD seeks proposals to boost sustainable development
The IAU Office of Astronomy for Development (OAD) has released its ‘2022 Call for Proposals’ for projects that aim to use astronomy to make an impact on sustainable development.
PAS, CNR announce call for ‘mobility projects’
The Polish Academy of Sciences and National Research Council of Italy have announced the call for ‘joint mobility projects’ to be carried out by scientists.
Improving biodiversity monitoring in Europe
To address challenges affecting ‘National Biodiversity Monitoring Programs’ in Europe, 350 experts are drafting a proposal for the transnational monitoring of Europe’s biodiversity and ecosystems.
For advancing open science, IIASA researchers honoured
Two manuscripts by IIASA researchers showcasing cutting-edge developments, highlighting open science, have been recognized by the scientific journals where the works were published.
Nigerian-made ‘smart bra’ diagnosis breast cancer
A smart bra device developed in Nigeria can detect breast cancer early, potentially saving African women long journeys to access screening services, its inventor, Kemisola Bolarinwa, says.
‘Ocean Day’: 41,000 persons, 84 countries supporting ’30×30′
Ahead of the ‘2022 World Ocean Day’, no fewer than 41,000 persons and 1,100 organizations from 84 countries are supporting a campaign launched for protecting 30% of world lands, waters, and ocean by 2030.
IYBSSD2022: stories of a scientific year… 13 (Iran opens IYBSSD)
An opening ceremony for the ‘International Year of Basic Sciences for Sustainable Development’ (IYBSSD2022) has been held in Iran, with the Iranian Minister of Science, Research and Technology, Mohammad Ali Zolfigol, in attendance.
Mobilizing 1m scientists,100m hours for science in policymaking
Frontiers Policy Labs has launched an advocacy campaign, calling on one million scientists to commit 2 hours/per week for achieving science that engages with policy and global decision makers. Abdulsalam MAHMUD reports.
IYBSSD2022: stories of a scientific year… 12 (Brazil and science)
In an Op-ed article, João Guilherme Ometto, a Brazilian engineer, maintained that quality education and science is what rural communities in his native country direly need, ahead of the IYBSSD2022 opening ceremony.
To tackle climate change, food systems must be fixed
There is need for countries to integrate food systems into their climate plans. But Haseeb Bakhtary writes that measures on changing diets, food-linked deforestation, and food waste are lacking in most climate plans.
In Serbia, ‘World Conference on Basic Sciences & Sustainable Development’
The ‘2022 World Conference on Basic Sciences and Sustainable Development’, slated for September in Belgrade, Serbia, is one of the main events of IYBSSD2022.
SMF launches 2 awards for innovation in mathematics
Abdulsalam MAHMUD reports that “The Ferrand Prize for Educational Innovation in Mathematics” and “The D’Alembert Prize for the Dissemination of Mathematics to a Wide Audience”, have been instituted by the Mathematical Society of France.
Brussels hosts ‘Transforming Science’ symposium May 11, 12
Themed “Pathways Towards Sustainability and Trustworthiness,” this year’s edition of #TransformingScience symposium will be held in Belgium from May 11 to 12, 2022.
The ‘Jena Declaration’ on Sustainability for SDGs
As signatories, over 30 global institutions that have already adopted “The Jena Declaration”, are calling for a new cultural approach through which Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) can still be achieved.
Awaiting a ‘treaty on plastics pollution’
A global treaty on plastic wastes is on the way after the representatives of about 175 UN nations recently endorsed a resolution to end plastic pollution.
Scientists develop non-flammable battery from recyclable materials
Made from cheap and recyclable materials, a new type of rechargeable battery developed by scientists of the Czech Academy of Sciences (CAS), will engineer a revolution in solar energy technologies.
It’s 100 years since discovery of polarography!
It is exactly a century since the 1959 Nobel Prize in Chemistry winner, Jaroslav Heyrovský, discovered polarography, one of the most important Czech contributions to the world science.
22% of Slovaks don’t use internet at all–study
A survey has revealed that 22% of Slovakian citizens have never used the internet, while the rest 78% claimed they only used the internet at least a few times, weekly.
Drugs polluting rivers, worsening antimicrobial resistance
Aside polluting world rivers, a study has discovered that pharmaceutical pollution could contribute to antimicrobial resistance. Hence, affecting human health, while threatening the United Nations’ goals on water quality.
ACCTING: 3-year-long ‘European Green Deal’ project launched
For the next 40 months, ACCTING, an EU-funded project, will mobilize research experimentation and innovation based on a methodological framework to advance a gender equal and socially-just European Green Deal.
Applications for TWAS-Elsevier gender equity grants close May 19
The ‘TWAS – Elsevier Foundation Project Grants for Gender Equity and Climate Action’ for female scientists will support women’s well-being and mitigate the consequences of climate change through concrete action-based projects.
CAP2022: pre-registration, abstract, grant applications opened
Pre-registration, abstract and grant applications for ‘SOC of the Communicating Astronomy with the Public (CAP) Conference 2022’, holding in Australia, have opened, and will close on April 30, 2022.
YPL alumna becomes Italy’s youngest professor
Stefania Mondello, who took part in the ‘Inter-Academy partnership’ (IAP) Young Physician Leaders (YPL) programme in 2018, has emerged as the youngest Professor of Biostatistics at University of Messina (Italy).
IYBSSD2022: stories of a scientific year… 9 (Michel Spiro’s interview)
In a recent interview, Michel Spiro, President of the International Union of Pure and Applied Physics (IUPAP), explains why the United Nations will celebrate 2022 as the ‘International Year of Basic Sciences for Sustainable Development’ (IYBSSD2022).
In developing countries, 90% of citizens lack internet connectivity
According to a report, decent internet connection is out of reach for 90 per cent of people in low- and middle-income countries, while women’s web exclusion cost poorest countries US$1 trillion in GDP.
IUPAC seeks new Executive Director as Soby retires
The ‘International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry’ has launched the recruitment process to appoint a new Executive Director for the organisation, who will replace the outgoing Dr. Lynn M. Soby.
Applications open for ‘2022 Grassroots Science Awards’
Final awardees of the ‘2022 Grassroots Science Advice Promotion Awards’, whose application portal is now open, will receive €1,000 as seed grant for organizing workshops to highlight importance of science advice.
We’ll continue supporting, contributing to IYBSSD events – EPS
Having supported events and activities promoting the ‘International Year of Basic Sciences for Sustainable Development’ in the last two years, the European Physical Society says it will do more till June 2023. Abdulsalam MAHMUD reports.
IUMRS welcomes IYBSSD2022
The International Union of Materials Research Societies has pledged to work with International Union of Pure and Applied Physics (IUPAP) and other Unions, to make the ‘2022 International Year of Basic Sciences for Sustainable Development’ a resounding success.
IYBSSD2022: stories of a scientific year… 5 (IUPAP and basic sciences)
While technological contributions are easy to recognize, it is not the case for that of basic sciences, the International Union of Pure and Applied Physics, says.
‘Things that hinder women’s potential’
Unlike their opposite gender, Nana Aba Appiah Amfo, first female vice-chancellor at the University of Ghana, said that women need support to overcome systemic barriers limiting their career potentials.
IUGG plans ‘Conference on Mathematical Geophysics’ for IYBSSD2022
Holding at Seoul National University, South Korea, from 20 to 24 June 2022, the 33rd ‘IUGG Conference on Mathematical Geophysics’, is a contribution to the United Nations ‘International Year on Basic Science for Sustainable Development’ (IYBSSD2022).
Leiden is ‘2022 European City of Science’
Every two years, EuroScience in Strasbourg awards the title of ‘European City of Science’ to a new city in Europe. This year, Leiden will be the Dutch stage of the European scientific world.
ISP schedules #IYBSSD webinars in April, May, June
Scheduled for 26 April, 17 May and 14 June 2022 are webinars hash-tagging the ‘International Year of Basic Sciences for Sustainable Development’. They are organized by the International Science Programme (ISP).
Polish conference for “Climate Change – Science & Society”
The 5th edition of the ‘Polish Scientific Networks’ holding at Wrocklaw University, between June 3 – 5, is the occasion to present the latest data on how climate changes impact both environment and society, and how best to respond to them.
Israeli scientists get $300,000 for winning ‘Blavatnik Awards’
Three young Israeli scientists will each receive US$100,000 for their groundbreaking research after emerging as laureates of the ”2022 Blavatnik Awards’.
In Global South, millions at risk over early warning system
In a recently-published study, scientists warned that millions of lives are at risk in climate-vulnerable communities, due to lack of early warning systems for extreme weather conditions.
Entries for ‘IUPAP 100 Photo Contest’ close April 14
This IUPAP event celebrates the beauty of physics and the fun encountered in its practice. As such, professional and amateur photographers, science students and researchers are invited to participate in the contest.
Academy to build ‘Science City’ in Russia
The Russian Academy of Sciences has signed an agreement with the Government of Sverdlovsk region to build a ‘Science City’ in Yekaterinburg, reports Abdulsalam MAHMUD.
IYBSSD2022: stories of a scientific year… 11 (Innovation Fairs in Canary)
Between 21st and 27th of April 2022, Canary Islands will be agog when a spectacular ‘Mini Science and Innovation Fairs’, organized by the country’s Ministry of Economy, Knowledge and Employment, takes centre stage.
Policymakers urged to adopt new approaches for global crises
International land use scientists have urged policymakers to develop new approaches in addressing climate change, biodiversity loss and other global crises.
IFS ‘Women in Science Public Contact List’ launched
The International Foundation for Science (IFS) ‘Women in Science Public Contact’ list has been launched as part of commemorating this year’s ‘International Day of Women and Girls in Science’.
Coordinated action to reverse biodiversity loss: needed urgently!
Halting, then reversing the ongoing loss of Earth’s plant and animal diversity, requires far more than an expanded global system of protected areas of land and seas, scientists have warned.
‘Teenage girls among those who risk partner violence most’
Domestic violence was ‘highly prevalent’ before COVID-19. But those at a greater risk of facing this violent ‘pandemic’, now, are women and teenage girls in lower-income countries, a study has revealed.
IMU reschedules ‘2022 International Congress of Mathematicians’
The ‘2022 International Congress of Mathematicians’ (ICM) billed to take place in Saint Petersburg, will now hold virtually, outside Russia, between the 6th and 14th of July, 2022.
New framework of indicators for achieving SDGs
An article by a team of scientists has proposed a set of measurable targets that can be used in scenario analysis for achieving all Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030.
IMA holds ’23rd General Meeting’ in France
The French Society for Mineralogy and Crystallography will host the ’23rd General Meeting’ of the ‘International Mineralogical Association’ between 18–22 July 2022, in Lyon.
Nominations on for ‘TÜBA Academy Prizes’
Opened since last month, nominations for the ‘2022 TÜBA Academy Prizes’, will close on April 15, 2022.
‘Young’ Russian geologists attend ‘Asyltash Children’s School’
Aside theoretical lectures they received, Russian schoolchildren who attended the ‘Asyltash’ Geological School, performed practical tasks in radiometry, structural geology and petrography. Abdulsalam MAHMUD reports.
Tech transfer to bolster Africa’s COVID-19 fight
Egypt and Nigeria, with other 4 other African countries will soon access the messenger RNA (mRNA) technology, along with knowledge needed to manufacture COVID-19 vaccines, courtesy of the World Health Organisation.
‘2022 International Day of Light’, the countdown begins
The International Day of Light (IDL) is celebrated annually on the 16th of May. This year’s celebration will focus on the ‘International Year of Basic Sciences for Sustainable Development 2022′ and other United Nations’ events aligning with the objectives of IDL.
Academy raises alarm over Croatia’s demographic crisis
The Croatian Academy of Sciences and Arts is worried over ‘troubling’ demographic trends in Croatia, as human population in the European nation decreased from 4,284,889 to 3,888,529, between 2011 and 2021.
Conferences, round tables at SMF @150 anniversary event
From 16th to 18th of March 2022, nine lecture presentations and three round table discussions will be held in Paris, as part of commemorating the 150th anniversary of Société Mathematique de France (SMF).
‘Quest of the Lost Fields Medal’, ‘enjoying’ mathematics via a game
On 14 March 2022 the ‘International Day of Mathematics’ will be commemorated. Here is how AIMS South Africa and the Centre International de Mathématiques Pures et Appliquées (CIMPA) celebrated last year’s edition with a video game: Quest of the Lost Fields Medal.
Child asthma cases linked to cities’ dirty air–STUDY
Nitrogen dioxide (NO2) pollution is the cause of 1.85 million child asthma cases a year, according to a study. The research, however, advised that reducing air pollution should be a crucial part of health strategies for children.
A place for wind turbines in French energy mix?
France produces 92% carbon-free electricity. However, this production is insufficient as soon as winter temperatures are low says Institut de France, which also questioned the place of wind turbines in French electricity mix.
Spain to host ‘2nd World Conference on Meteotsunamis’
The Spanish town of Menorca, in Balearic Islands, will host the ‘2nd World Conference on Meteotsunamis’ scheduled for between 18 to 20 May, 2022.
How genetic information of afforested plant affects restoration
By using markers, a team of researchers have successfully assessed the information about artificial afforested populations, while investigating the effects of genetic diversity on afforestation and ecological restoration.
Switzerland becomes SKA Observatory member
Switzerland recently became the first country to join SKA Observatory founding members by acceding to the inter-governmental body’s Convention.
Academy suggests ways to apply ‘open science principles’
Having formulated the second ‘National Plan for Open Science,’ the French Academy of Sciences reaffirms its support for national and international initiatives that promote ethically-acceptable open science.
Wanjira Mathai: COP27 will be crucial for Africa
Wanjira Mathai, daughter of late Kenyan environmentalist and Nobel Peace Prize winner, Wangari Maathai; in a recent chat with SciDev.Net, explained why fighting for climate justice has taken a leading role among her many commitments.
IUHPST/DHST invites submissions for ‘2023 Dissertation Prize’
Though the winners will be announced next year, the Division of History of Science and Technology (IUHPST/DHST) is already inviting submissions for its ‘2023 Dissertation Prize’ in history of science and technology.
IYBSSD2022: stories of a scientific year… 7 (A Christmas ‘calendar’)
To encourage Denmark citizens to talk more about science, the Niels Bohr Institute, has kickstarted the celebration of IYBSSD2022, with the launching of a ‘Christmas calendar’. Abdulsalam MAHMUD reports.
IYBSSD2022: stories of a scientific year… 6 (Mendel’s 200th birthday)
Aside the 200th birthday anniversary of Gregor Mendel, and Heinrich Schliemann, a host of other scientific projects, events and conferences will also happen in 2022.
‘For societal change to unfold, basic research is the foundation’
How does basic research acts as the foundation of societal change? This report by Abdulsalam MAHMUD explains.
IAU opens nominations for 3 new ‘Astronomy Prizes’
With funding from one of its past president, the International Astronomical Union has launched three new prizes: the IAU Astronomy Education Prize, Outreach Prize and Development Prize–for individuals and organisations.
‘Urban farms, insects will help fight hunger, malnutrition’
In an interview with SciDev.Net, Esther Ngumbi, assistant professor of entomology at University of Illinois, United States, explained how insects can be a sustainable source of food and nutrition for urban communities, on the frontlines of climate change.
IYBSSD2022: how a scientific year was born
Supported by numerous unions and scientific organizations, Abdulsalam MAHMUD reports that the idea to tag 2022 as ‘International Year of Basic Sciences for Sustainable Development’, was mooted in 2017.
IYBSSD2022: stories of a scientific year… 8 (GECF visits UNESCO)
At a meeting in Paris, officials of Gas Exporting Countries Forum and the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization identified new areas of cooperation between their organisations.
’23rd Sports Games’ to herald JINR @66 celebration
From 26 February to 26 March 2022, the Joint Institute for Nuclear Research (JINR) will kick off its ’23rd Sports Games’, as part of celebrating the Institute’s 66th anniversary.
‘ICIAM 2023’: organizers seek applications for talks, mini-symposia
Organizers of the ’10th International Congress on Industrial and Applied Mathematics’ will soon open the application portals for ICIAM 2023’s mini-symposia and contributed talks sessions.
IYBSSD2022: stories of a scientific year… 3 (French scientist, Pasteur)
2022 marks 200 years after the birth of Louis Pasteur, a great French scientist. But aside it, Gerardo Herrera-Corral writes about other ‘mega’ scientific activities and events billed for the ongoing year.
Antibiotic-resistant infections killing more than HIV, malaria
Antibiotic-resistant bacterial infections is deadlier than HIV and malaria. A study by The Lancet in 204 countries revealed that antimicrobial resistance led to more than 1.2m deaths in 2019.
IYBSSD2022: stories of a scientific year… 2 (Basic Sciences in India)
A writer, M. Ashraf Shah, has enumerated ways to promote the development of basic sciences in India, in his Op-ed article published by DailyExcelsior, a scientific blog.
Inventory on Quebec’s research investments to be produced
The Quebec Research Funds has mandated ‘Science and Technology Observatory’ to produce an update on its research investments. This is to also assess its research capacity, says a communique.
IYBSSD2022: stories of a scientific year… 1 (excited Trianon scientists)
In a blog post by her co-Founder, Dr. Audrey-Flore Ngomsik, Trianon Scientific Communication, reveals how it plans to celebrate the ‘International Year of Basic Sciences for Sustainable Development’. Abdulsalam MAHMUD reports.
New biological formulation to fight bacterial infections in chickens
Satinder Kaur Brar, a research professor at the University of York, has produced a biological formulation to help broilers grow fastly, while also preventing infections in poultry houses.
Award-winning physicist, Saarloos, becomes EASAC President
Wim van Saarloos, former President, Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences (KNAW) and Professor Emeritus of Theoretical Physics, has emerged as President of the European Academies Science Advisory Council (EASAC).
Ocean acidification, global warming affecting supply of seafoods
Seafood supplies risk been affected if ocean acidification and global warming continue to interfere with the group interaction of fishes. This is according to a study.
10 Young Academy members to execute projects on ‘science policy’
10 researchers, whose achievements in the fields of Artificial Intelligence, ‘archaeology’ of the Earth’s galaxy, and Greek conceptualization of human nature are landmark, will be inducted as Young Academy members.
OAO invites experts, kids for ‘Women and Girls in Astronomy’ event
‘Office for Astronomy Outreach’ is inviting outreach practitioners, parents, youth and astronomers, to contribute to its ‘2022 Women and Girls in Astronomy’ project, where little kids will participate in a ‘Draw an Astronomer contest’.
‘2022 IUVSTA EBARA AWARD’ winner to pocket 3,000 euros
With 3,000 euros as winning prize, organizers of the ‘2022 IUVSTA EBARA AWARD’ are inviting early-career researchers to participate in a contest for the development of environmentally-friendly vacuum technologies.
Slovak Sciences Academy unveils its 1st ‘Gender Equality Plan’
The first ‘Gender Equality Plan’ produced by the Slovak Academy of Sciences will enable the Academy to reflect on the state of women’s representation in its workplaces, while institutionalizing gender equality principles.
Camerounian gender activist re-elected as IPU Secretary General
A staunch gender-equality advocate, Martin Chungong, was re-elected as Secretary General of the Inter-Parliamentary Union at the 143rd IPU Assembly in Spain. Abdulsalam MAHMUD reports.
Dementia, 7th leading cause of global death, to surge by 2050
Unless urgent steps are taken to mitigate the risk factors, dementia cases will triple within the next three decades, a study published in The Lancet Public Health has revealed.
How parliamentarians can finance SDGs through budgeting
Published by IPU, ‘Guidelines for parliamentarians on budgeting for the SDGs’, will enable parliamentarians to clearly understand issues relating to budgeting, monitoring and policy choices for SDGs.
Appraising the role of basic science in sustainable development
In this piece, Charlotte Lindberg Warakaulle, looks forward to an exciting 2022, where the value of basic sciences for global common good and the world’s future, will be celebrated.
How rising temperatures reduce soil carbon in subtropical forests
Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden (XTBG) researchers, after a soil translocation experiment, discovered that subtropical forest carbon is sensitive to warming, while stimulating soil heterotrophic respiration.
Moldovan scientists honoured for their research breakthroughs in 2021
Some researchers, Moldovan scientists and members of the Academy of Sciences of Moldova have received various awards for their groundbreaking research works in 2021, reports Abdulsalam MAHMUD.
When Czech women served as meteorologists in 2nd World War
In the British Army Auxiliary Corps, Czechoslovakian women served not only as cooks or office workers, but also as meteorologists, armorers and convoy commanders during World War II.
COVID healthcare costs push billions into ‘extreme poverty’
Progress towards Universal Health Coverage was recorded in the last two decades. But ‘throat-slicing’ healthcare costs due to COVID-19 has not only retarded the UHC feat, but aggravated poverty, globally.
‘2021 Global Risks Perceptions Report’ released
The ‘Global Risks Perceptions Report 2021′, recently launched, reveals the findings of the second annual survey of scientists’ perceptions of 35 global risks.
Emirates Crystallographic Society: a milestone for UAE’s research community
Established in 2020, the Emirates Crystallographic Society, ECS, is another milestone for the growing research community in United Arab Emirates, write Panče Naumov, Sharmarke Mohamed, Liang Li and Wael Rabeh.
Czech scientist recreates perfumes used in ‘Cleopatra days’
Together with a team of historians, Egyptologists, philologists and organic chemists, a Czech scientist, wants to reconstruct the process of preparing ancient Greco-Egyptian perfumes.
Assessing water quality from sky now possible
Researchers involved in the BIOPALT project have designed a portal capable of providing data on the quality of water in Lake Chad, based on satellite earth observation.
20 female researchers get ‘IFS Women in Science workshop’ grants
About 20 women from 14 different African and Asian countries participated in the recently-held ‘IFS Women in Science workshop’ for 2021 grantees.
Medical PPE ‘unfit’ for women on COVID-19 frontlines–REPORT
Designed to fortify all gender of health workers, personal protective equipment, PPE, have often failed to protect women, who are leading the frontlines in the COVID fight, reports Laura Owings.
IUPAP @100: CERN’s partnership with a global union dedicated to physics
As the International Union of Pure and Applied Physics (IUPAP) marks its centenary year, its long-standing partner, CERN, will be part of the celebrations, report Jens Vigen and Monica Pepe-Altarelli
‘IYBSSD2022 will improve links between basic sciences and 17 SDGs’
The ‘International Year of Basic Sciences for Sustainable Development’ provides an opportunity to improve the links between basic sciences and the 17 SDGs, according to SKA Observatory.
Scientists invent device which detects COVID by exhalation
HEALTHMONITOR, a compact device that diagnoses the presence of coronavirus in humans through exhalation, has been developed by a group of scientists.
African Crystallographic Association born, pioneer excos elected
Delia Haynes as President and 8 others as executive members have been elected to run the affairs of the newly-formed African Crystallographic Association (AfCA).
ISC’s Commission to mobilize $100m yearly for ‘Science Missions’
A Commission to mobilize $100 million yearly as global fund for ‘Sustainability Science Missions’ has been established by some world leaders, scientists, and influential personalities, who are members of ISC.
Scientists eye gene technology to combat malaria
While seeking new innovations to fight malaria, scientists hope that the adoption of gene drive technology will reduce mosquito populations in Sub-Saharan Africa.
When ‘Office of Astronomy for Development’ clocked 10
The first ten years of the Office of Astronomy for Development was a glorious chapter in the life of OAD itself, writes Kevin Govender.
Wanted urgently: policies for farmers to adapt to changing climate
Policy interventions could rescue smallholder farmers in Nepal who stand to lose up to a quarter of their income by 2050 due to the effects of climate change, a research project revealed.
“ICTP diploma program launched my career as a physicist”
Kelsey Calhoun, writes on how the physics career of Surujhdeo Seunarine, a Professor at University of Wisconsin, in River Falls, USA, was launched by the ICTP Postgraduate Diploma Programme.
IRD, MNHN unveil ‘Nature in Common – Beyond the Nagoya Protocol’
Nature in Common – Beyond the Nagoya Protocol, one of the first summary books on implementation of the major international agreement for global biodiversity governance, is out.
‘9th Heidelberg Laureate Forum’ slated for Sept 2022
Young computer scientists and talented mathematicians are invited to apply for participation in the ‘9th Heidelberg Laureate Forum’ to hold in Germany.
How partnership ‘crisis’ among nations may hamper SDGs
Even partnerships among organisations implementing the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) is central to bridging the existing inequality between high and low-income countries, writes Eldon Opiyo.
Finally, UNESCO recommendation on ‘Open Science’ adopted
Two years after 193 Member States passed a resolution at a UNESCO General Conference in 2019, the ‘Open Science Recommendation’ has been adopted.
2022: The Year of Basic Sciences for Sustainable Development
Member States of the United Nations have approved the promulgation of 2022 as the ‘International Year of Basic Sciences for Sustainable Development’ (IYBSSD2022).
Dutch institutions sign pact on using animals for research
Des 15 organisations involved in animal testing in Netherlands have signed an agreement, pledging commitment to openly communicate how animals are used in research.
“Denying science in 21st century unacceptable”–Davidovich
Luiz Davidovich, as President, Brazilian Academy of Sciences, is ‘doggedly’ championing the cause of scientists in Brazil, while asking authorities to prioritize science, technology and innovation, in the country.
Climate action can lessen poverty, inequality
Climate change disproportionately affects the world’s most vulnerable populations, but redistributing revenues from carbon tax can promote equity and protect marginalized populations, says a new study.
Omicron-induced travel ban unscientific, aggravates poverty
Aside been unscientific, the COVID-19-induced travel ban aimed at limiting the spread of the Omicron variant could aggravate poverty in African countries, scientists have argued.
How long have modern horses been in existence?
People domesticated modern horses about 4000 years ago, and these ancient horses expanded rapidly, and ultimately replaced all other species in Eurasia.
Astronomical datas for developing countries
Workshops will assist scientists in developing countries to access and analyze astronomical data for their research.
We’ll reduce carbon footprint, support cryospheric sciences–IACS
In her new role as President, International Association of Cryospheric Sciences (IACS), Liss Marie Andreassen, hopes to work with IUGG to reduce our carbon footprint and advance cryospheric sciences.
Climate change to alter maize, wheat global production by 2030
A new study by some international researchers has revealed that global maize and wheat production may be affected by 2030 if current trends of climate change persist.
‘Physics In Our everyday Life’: electricity in a S/African village
A South African grade 10 learner, Ronaldo Mphofela, in a short video, outlined how electricity has helped to improve the living conditions of people in his community.
‘Over 40 percent of all adults now overweight’
plus With COVID-19 stalling the fight against obesity, over 40% of world adults are now obese, says the 2021 Global Nutrition Report (GNR).
Model for blood-brain barrier enables neurodegenerative diseases’ treatment
un Bioavailable drugs will soon emerge for treating Alzheimer and Parkinson diseases as a researcher at Montreal University develops an in vitro model for reproducing the complexity of a whole brain.
New nanomaterial bandage to heal burns, skin infections
A group of chemists, microbiologists and engineers have produced a new type of nanomaterial dressing with antibiotic effect on burns and skin wounds, caused by bacteria.
Worldwide, climate change effects worse in the Mediterranean, M/East
es effets Effects of climate change are greater in the Mediterranean and Middle East than in other regions of the world, a workshop report reveals.
Chinese researchers develop ‘nanomedicine’ for leukemia therapy
Researchers from the Chinese Academy of Sciences, Peking University and Zhujiang Hospital of Southern Medical University, have developed a ferritin (Fn)-based nanomedicine as efficient therapy against leukemia.
‘Why climate action is slow’
In a lecture at the Berlin Science Week, Philip Kitcher, Professor Emeritus at Columbia University, New York, highlighted the ‘understandable reasons’ slowing climate action.
Globally, big businesses, poverty hindering health policies
The implementation of public health policies on tobacco, alcohol and unhealthy foods is been hampered by the influence of large business firms, and poverty, among other factors.
Innovative approaches of anticipating ‘future normal’ for young scientists
Foresight practitioners at the ‘Tsukuba Conference for Future Shapers 2021’ shared their experiences, while examining innovative approaches of anticipating the ‘future normal’ of young scientists.
Science diplomacy: more important now, than ever before
As the world grapples with multifarious challenges, it will need science diplomacy to find the necessary unity, says Naledi Pandor, S/Africa’s International Relations and Cooperation Minister.
ISC members endorse reform call, principles for scientific publishing
At the ‘2021 Open Access week’, International Science Council’s members, aside approving a resolution to work on reforming scholarly publishing, also endorsed 8 fundamental principles for scientific publishing.
‘2022 Sustainability Research and Innovation Congress’ holds in S/Africa
To be hosted by the Future Africa Institute at the University of Pretoria, South Africa, SRI2022 will take place virtually from June 20 – 24, 2022.
PAPER: Science as a global public good
A position paper recently published by the International Science Council explores the importance of science as a source of beneficial and applicable knowledge, freely available and accessible worldwide.
‘With mentors, many girls will pursue careers in science’
In an interview with SciDev.Net, Priver Namanya Bwesigye, head of Uganda’s banana research programme, said girls need mentors who will support them to pursue science careers.
Version 2 of ‘Big Ideas in Astronomy’ booklet released, available online
First published in May 2019, the 2nd volume of ‘Big Ideas’ has been launched, again, in booklet form, and can also be found on its website.
CERN unveils roadmap for next ‘quantum research revolution’
CERN Quantum Technology Initiative (QTI) has unveiled its first strategic roadmap, which will define its medium- and long-term quantum research programme.
280 participants dazzle innovations at ‘SKAO Data Challenge’
The ‘Second Data Challenge’ (SDC2) organized by Square Kilometre Array Observatory (SKAO) ended recently after 6 months, with 280 participants unveiling their innovative methods of data analysis.
Exposing road infrastructure impacts on sub-Saharan Africa’s ecosystems
A new research has explained how road infrastructural plans might impact ecosystems in sub-Saharan Africa as the region’s economy and trade grows rapidly.
Gluckman becomes President of International Science Council
Peter Gluckman, an internationally-recognized biomedical scientist and former Chief Science Advisor to the Prime Minister of New Zealand, is now the President of the International Science Council.
Biobanking as key to achieving universal health
At a ‘UN Science Summit’, delegates argued that increasing the availability of high-quality biological samples through biobanks will advance global health research, and help achieve universal health coverage.
Ethiopian researcher honoured for advancing earth, space sciences
For his contribution to advancing the earth and space sciences, Prof. Atalay Ayele, a member of the Ethiopian Academy of Science (EAS), has bagged the American Geophysical Union (AGU) ‘2021 International Award’.
Charlevoix: Canada’s region that has experienced 1,242 earthquakes
A team of researchers led by Yajing Liu, a professor at McGill University, has launched a study into the distribution and structure of 1,242 earthquakes recorded in Charlevoix, between 1988 and 2010.
For contributing to European Science, Petersen bags ‘Gold Award’
The Academia Europaea has announced that Professor Ole Petersen will be presented with the Gold Award of the Academia Europaea for his contribution to the development of European Science.
NAS ‘3rd Annual Scientific Conference’ billed for January 2022
The Nigerian Academy of Science (NAS) will hold its ‘3rd Annual Scientific Conference’ themed: “Science and Technology Innovations for National Growth and Development,” in January 2022.
Scientists develop sensor for detecting COVID-19, other viruses using saliva
Based on single-nanopore membranes, a team of researchers have developed a test method that detects SARS-CoV-2 in saliva, without sample pretreatment, in only 2 hours.
By 2030, drought, other climate hazards will worsen food insecurity
The entire world risks facing food insecurity, human displacement, and conflicts by 2030 as extreme weather events persistently increase, reports Ruth Douglas.
Top 10 emerging technologies in Chemistry
The International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry has released the ‘2021 Top Emerging Technologies in Chemistry’ with blockchain technology, together with chemical synthesis of RNA and DNA making the cut 10.
Sketching global environmental impacts of China’s food demand
A study has revealed that carefully-designed policies for China’s food system and international trade will ensure that food security is attained in the Asian nation, without destroying its environment.
‘Becoming IAG Scribe wasn’t my plan, but the call was irresistible’
He never aspired for the position, but Markku Poutanen, a Research Professor at the Finnish Geospatial Research Institute (FGI), explains how he became the Secretary General of International Association of Geodesy.
Collaboration and innovation to fight COVID-19: Malaysia’s strategies
This opinion article by Dr Ir Siti Hamisah Tapsir, former Secretary General, Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI) Malaysia, highlights the efforts of the Malaysian government in combating COVID-19.
Preventing ‘sudden deaths’ from medication using AI
Rresearch teams from Pitié-Salpêtrière Hospital AP-HP, IRD, Sorbonne University and Inserm recently proposed using artificial intelligence (AI) to identify the risks of developing cardiac arrest.
As COVID-19 festers, science journalists now work under pressure
The Global Science Journalism Report 2021, published by SciDev.Net, found that work has become “more intense” for science journalists around the world, amid a ravaging Coronavirus.
Researchers, experts discuss ‘UN SDGs for the Benefit of Society’
15 researchers and scientific experts recently delivered vital talks and papers on SDGs’ issues at a symposium organized by the International Younger Chemists Network (IYCN).
Climate modeling, phenomena on menu for 2021 Physics Nobel Prize
Three researchers: Syukuro Manabe, an American; Klaus Hasselmann, a German; and Giorgio Parisi, an Italian, have been awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics 2021.
That 1st Global Parliamentary Meeting on Achieving SDGs
About 70 parliaments across the world attended the ‘First Global Parliamentary Meeting on Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals’ (SDGs), organized by the Inter-Parliamentary Union and Indonesian House of Reps.
Building public trust in science
Fostering ‘trust in science’ was the central discourse of the Global Young Academy’s 2021 online annual ‘International Conference of Young Scientists’.
Astronomy, Astrophysics should introduce people to broader realm of science–Andrea Ghez
Professor Andrea M. Ghez, a 2020 Nobel Laureate in Physics, in an interview with ICTP, shared more details about her career and her love of science.
In Asia-Pacific countries, schools closed for COVID, shopping malls opened for business
Students’ future has been halted as governments of Malaysia, Nepal and seven other Asian-Pacific nations reopen shopping malls and other businesses, but kept schools closed over COVID.
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After spending 6 years researching, Chinese scientists finally create starch
A group of Chinese scientists have finally created starch via the industrial manufacturing process, six years after launching their research.
IAU opens portal for 2021-2022 membership applications
The application portal for the intake of new Individual Members and Junior Members of the International Astronomical Union (IAU) is now open.
Science should inform policy, not direct it – David Allison
In an interview with Academia Europaea Cardiff Knowledge Hub, Prof. David Allison of Indiana University talks about obesity, nutrition and his passion for evidence-informed policymaking.
Scientists identify genes to help predict menopause timing
An international research project involving 180 scientific institutions have identified genes that could predict menopause timing.
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Clarifying anomalous microwave phenomena in atmosphere
A theoretical explanation has been proposed of how excess free electrons in the surface layer of particles affect incident microwave radiation.
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As COVAX disappoints, countries find succor in home-grown jabs
This feature article reveals how low- and middle-income countries are turning to home-grown vaccinations against COVID-19 as the UN-backed COVAX facility fails to deliver.
285 female researchers profiled in newly-launched ‘STEM Women Asia’ directory
Though recently-launched, the STEM Women Asia will provide an online directory of women in Asia and Oceania working in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).
Women under-represented in over 120 global science organisations–report
Mainstreaming gender balance in science still remains a mirage after a recent study confirmed that women are under-represented in over 120 science organizations, worldwide.
At 2021 UNFSS, stakeholders pledge 300 commitments to accelerate food systems
The UN Food Systems Summit ended recently with thousands of people from around the world pledging to transform food systems with nearly 300 commitments.
Scientists demand policy changes as buildings emit 25% of GHGs in Europe
With 25% of Greenhouse Gases (GHGs) emissions in Europe coming from buildings, scientists advocate fundamental policy changes.
Isn’t it time for a(nother) global moonshot in research?
As COVID-19 is still impacting global economies, we must rethink the innovative societies of tomorrow, to navigate today’s troubled waters, writes Catherine Beaudry.
After WHO approval, concern heightens over distribution of 1st malaria vaccine
The World Health Organization may have recommended a broad deployment of the first-ever malaria vaccine in Sub-Saharan Africa, but scientists say its acquisition and distribution will be an issue.
Adopting ‘wellbeing economics’ instead of growth at all costs
The Club of Rome wants the European Commission, EU, to take the lead in designing policies that go beyond focusing on GDP growth, to the wellbeing of mankind and the planet.
Prof. Rabinovici emerges 24th President of CERN Council, takes over next January
Currently a professor at the Racah Institute of Physics, Hebrew University, in Jerusalem, Eliezer Rabinovici, the new President of CERN Council, will assume office on January 1, 2022.
Slovenian President, 1766 foreign delegates attend ‘8th European Congress of Mathematics’
President of Slovenia, Borut Pahor, together with 1766 participants from 77 countries added glamour to the ‘8th European Congress of Mathematics’, held between 20-25 June, 2021.
Climate change in human rights courts
‘Climate Change in Human Rights Courts: Overcoming Procedural Hurdles in Transboundary Environmental Cases’ will be the title of this year’s ‘Madame de Staël Prize Lecture’.
SCGES organizes activities to boost gender equality, women in science
Members of the ‘Standing Committee for Gender Equality in Science’, SCGES, have highlighted in their Committee’s ‘1st Annual Report’, how they individually organized activities to promote gender equality and women in science.
For better regulatory assessment of nanopesticides
A research paper, emerging from a IUPAC project, provides guiding principles for the regulatory evaluation of nanopesticides.
Behaviour change: we must understand how it works, before offering support
In this blog article, Lucy Richardson explores a tool for understanding behaviourial changes, and how it can be used to identify ways to help people afflicted by the change process.
Zoologists look at threats on biodiversity
The 23rd International Congress of Zoology will be dedicated to understanding and managing change in the Anthropocene.
Moldovan, Qatari research institutions forge collaboration in medicine, IT, nanotechnologies
The recent meeting between the President, Academy of Sciences of Moldova, and the Moldovan Ambassador to Qatar has presented opportunities for scientific collaboration among researchers in the two nations.
PRISMAP: Changing the landscape of medical radionuclides in Europe
PRISMAP, the European medical radionuclides program, is set to fast-track the development of nuclear therapy and molecular, widely used at hospitals, for novel, yet promising medical procedures.
Marine protected areas guide for understanding ocean protection, halting biodiversity loss
A ‘Marine Protected Areas’ guide advances the advance the global community’s understanding of ocean protection and helps progress toward SDG 14.
‘Unleashing Science: Delivering Missions for Sustainability’ report: a boost for SDGs
The report Unleashing Science: Delivering Missions for Sustainability offers an ambitious approach for achieving the 2030 Agenda with its 17 Sustainable Development Goals.
Children in developing nations to experience heatwaves, drought, flood more
A new research has revealed that children, especially in low-income countries, are to face disproportionate increases in lifetime extreme events like heatwaves, flood, and droughts, among others.
2022 ‘EuroScience Open Forum’ calls for proposals
Until 15 November 2021, a submission platform will receive proposals for sessions and posters in the 2022 edition of ESOF.
Awa Marie Coll Seck: “It is time to boost research and development in Africa”
The Senegalese politician calls on Africa’s governments, private sector and scientists to create endogenous resources and solutions to reduce the continent’s scientific dependence on the West.
Evidence-based technology imperative for climate-resilient future
A communique posted by InterAcademy Partnership (IAP) has highlighted the need for countries to anticipate climate change risks, and quickly implement actions to reach net zero climate-resilient future by 2050.
Traveling to the Earth’s center: the explanations of tectonic plates
Patrick Cordier, Professor of Physics, and specialist in mineral physics, at Lille University, in this article, explains how tectonic shape various phenomena of earth surface, gravity, among others.
Inputs requested for 2023 Global Sustainable Development Report
The Independent Group of Scientists (IGS) is seeking the inputs of select experts to inform its quadrennial Global Sustainable Development Report (GSDR).
51 museums, libraries get funding to advance vaccine confidence in US
51 museums and libraries across United States, the US, have received between $1,500-$10,000 as grants to boost vaccine confidence among Americans.
Physics societies unite in support of open access, science
Financial support for authors and quality peer-review publications should be guaranteed, as 16 physics societies pledge commitment to Open Access (OA) for physics research.
Investing on research, key to saving Africa’s agriculture
Commitments to invest in research for home-grown innovations that support food systems is imperative writes Gilbert Nakweya.
Nominations for young physics researchers in ‘2021 ICTP Prize’ close tomorrow
ICTP is now accepting nominations for young researchers from developing countries for its ‘2021 ICTP Prize’, and will present a sculpture, certificate and cash prize to the winner.
IMA unveils programmes for 2022 mineralogy year, founder’s anniversary
Activities for Mineralogy 2022, which will begin mid-2022 and extend until mid-2023, have been unveiled by the International Mineralogical Association (IMA).
IUVSTA calls for candidates to deliver webinars
A webinar series for ‘beginner’ researchers, masters and doctoral students worldwide is currently being organized by the International Union for Vacuum Science, Technique, and Applications (IUVSTA).
New giant dinosaurs found in Xinjian, China
Two new species of herbivorous giant sauropods have been found in a place where only flying pterosaurs were known. They provide a new insight into the ecology of this Chinese region during the Early Cretaceous.
Human population at the mercy of ‘tormenting’ heat
Globally, the impact of extreme temperature on human health will be mitigated if effective measures are taken by governments and key stakeholders.
Tracing man’s origin in Mozambique and Malawi
Started in 2020 and billed to end in 2022, a project known as HOMME, in Mozambique and Malawi, will soon provide an answer to the origin and evolution of human beings.
In poorer nations, blood pressure cases rising ‘undetected’
Low and middle-income countries carry the burden of more than half a billion people living with undetected and untreated hypertension, worldwide.
Grants for scientific meetings promoting geophysics, geodesy via international collaboration
The IUGG is aggressively promoting geophysics and geodesy through international collaboration as it continues to offer financial support to scientific workshops, advanced schools, and symposia.
30 OAE Astrophotography Contest winners emerge from 700 entries
30 winners have emerged from the 700 entries received for the Office of Astronomy for Education (OAE) ‘Astrophotography Contest’.
Cutting-edge sciences in Solar-Terrestrial Physics
The 15th Quadrennial Solar-Terrestrial Physics Symposium will gather scientists to discuss cutting-edge sciences, and address ‘predictability’ in mass, radiation and intra-atmospheric coupling during 21-25 February 2022.
Webinar on challenge of ‘sustainable consumption’ in ‘Global South’
A three-part webinar series scheduled for September 15, 22 and 28, 2021, will explain how the ‘Global South’ is grappling with the question of ‘Sustainable Consumption’.
24 emergency first responders trained on chemical safety, response capacity in Africa
Applications that enhances the preparedness of first responders in francophone African countries, while advancing chemical emergency response capacities in the continent, exist.
Francophone Scientific Advisory Network will showcase researchers’ feats, tackle pandemics–Quirion
President, International Network for Government Science Advice (INGSA), Rémi Quirion, believes the newly-launched Francophone Scientific Advisory Network will showcase the scientific feats of researchers, and also enable the world prepare for the next pandemic.
A case for biodiversity conservation, climate change mitigation and water provision
According to a study, conserving 30% of land will safeguard 70% of terrestrial plant and vertebrate animal species, while 68% of all clean water will be made available.
Ex-Mauritius president, Swedish professor join International Science Programme Board
The International Science Programme, ISP, has welcomed HE Prof Ameenah Gurib-Fakim (Former President of the Republic of Mauritius) and Prof Tom Britton (Dept of Mathematics, Stockholm University, Sweden) as its new Board members.
DiDEM program gathers stakeholders for dialogue on Africa’s coastal, marine environment management
From July 2020 to July 2023, the DiDEM project will enable science and decision-makers to dialogue for coastal and marine environmental management in seven African countries.
Both rich, poor countries of the world have fewer women in science–Shobhana Narasimhan
In a chat with ICTP, Shobhana Narasimhan, a condensed matter theorist at the Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research, Bangalore, India, explained why the poorest and richest countries of the world have very few women in science.
Catania physicists’ discoveries stimulate Italian students, public interest in scientific research
An activity organized by EPS Young Minds, in 2020, showcased discoveries by Catania physicists, and stimulated Italian high school students’ interest in scientific research.
Human rights, environmental protection: NGOs want law enacted for Guinea, Ghana’s automobile industries
In Guinea and Ghana, non-governmental organizations are pressurizing automotive industry stakeholders to curb social and environmental degradations caused by exploiting bauxite in the two African nations.
‘Communities of Practice’ engages stakeholders, youths for chemical safety, SDGs
This article explains how the Strategic Approach to International Chemicals Management (SAICM) Communities of Practice will facilitate discussions among stakeholders and engage youths for effective chemical management and SDGs actualization.
13th Green Chemistry Summer School drives climate change, health campaigns
This Summer School represents a turning point for a new kind of outreach, looking at the scientific progress of developing countries, among other things.
Nigeria Chemical Society Convenes ‘E-waste in Africa Conference’
The International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry and The Chemical Society of Nigeria’s joint IUPAC’s CHEMRAWN XXII ‘E-Waste In Africa Conference’ is slated for November this year.
Astronomers take action against climate change
The International Astronomical Union urged its over 120,000 members to address climate change via scientific and educational outreaches, together with various other activities.
Action agenda for Africa’s electricity sector
This article highlights the role international partnerships such as the ‘Sustainable Energy for All Initiative’ will play in expanding and modernizing Africa’s electric sector.
How nature-based innovation is ‘driving food systems into future’
In this article, Laura Owings reveals how farming innovations rooted in nature and plant science could forge path towards future food systems.
Co-creating pathways for sustainable development in Africa
IRD and IIASA launched a two year project to explore how local pathways toward the SDGs can be developped.
Building a Strategy for Physics in Africa
Whatever your current position, give your views about the future of physics in Africa
Declaration of the Significance of Geoscience Expertise to Meet Global Societal Challenges
This statement, published in 2020, marks the commitment of the geosciences community to contribute to sustainable development goals.
The COVID-19 pandemic: Can science counter fake news?
Science diplomacy should be a strategy that scientists, governments and communities use to build trust and prepare future crisis.
Powering the world’s largest radio telescopes sustainably 3/3
The SKAO’s computing needs will be met by “green computers”.
“Hidden hunger” makes malnutrition a three-pronged burden
Les aps The battle to wipe out malnutrition requires healthy diets that also tackle micronutrient deficiencies, alongside the growing burdens of undernutrition and obesity.
How to develop a sustainable “Blue economy”?
A workshop will show how science can improve the necessary sustainability of Blue Economy
Virtual Thematic Workshops in Mathematics
Register if you want to discuss your work about partial differential equations with top mathematicians.
Promoting innovative methodologies in the field of sustainability science
A two years project led by IRD aims to support transdisciplinary approaches in sustainability science projects
Scientific Communication in Latin America and the Caribbean
A workshop to introduce scientists to communication.
Powering the world’s largest radio telescopes sustainably 2/3
SKAO will need a continuous energy supply, based on renewables sources, and without interferences.
‘Improve climate data’ to tackle water security
Knowing the impact of climate change on quality and supply of water at the scale of local communities is crucial to mitigate it.
Global Young Academy looks for new members
The GYA membership call for 2022 is open now. Please submit your application before 15 September 2021, 18.00 (6 pm) UTC.
Remote Fellowship at the Office of Astronomy for Development
The Office of Astronomy for Development seeks inspired individuals from any relevant background for its remote fellowship program.
Funding Opportunities for Mathematicians
The Commission for Developping Countries of the IMU proposes several opportunities.
Research and development are key to resilient food systems in Africa
A sustainable future for agriculture requires to improve crops yields, with the help of all sciences.
Powering the world’s largest radio telescopes sustainably 1/3
Answering some of the biggest questions about our Universe has an impact on carbon emissions: the lowest as possible.
Dams fuel malaria cases in Africa
Small dams have a far greater impact on malaria diffusion in Africa than previously thought.
Inequity in the air of India
The rich are to blame for air pollution, while poor endure the impact.
Call for Proposals from the International Geoscience Programme
Apply for an IGCP project before 15 September 2021.
Open Science and the UNESCO initiative
An International Science Council delegation attended the UNESCO Special Committee meeting on Open Science, 6-12 May 2021. They published a statement.
Second African Conference on Physics and Applications
The African School of Physics has evolved to be much more than a school. It now organizes scientific conferences
GM rice to wait a little longer for public sampling
At least two years’ wait for GM Rice production
System Thinking for Sustainability: the Example of Chemistry
Improving chemical education and going toward sustainability.
Roadmap for open shared science
Open Science offers the opportunity to support more ethical, shared and accessible research in support of the Sustainable Development Goals.
Promoting Mathematics in Enterprise Innovation and Development
Chinese companies have come together with applied mathematicians and government representatives to collaborate better.
Climate Research Honour
ICTP Staff Associate In-Sik Kang awarded prestigious climate prize
CERN Beamline for Schools : Italy, Mexico teams emerge winners
High School teams bag study trip to DESY research center in Hamburg, Germany
One million African girls ‘may never return to school’
Girls and women pay a high price to the COVID-19 pandemic and its consequences.
Crystallographers unite to tackle coronavirus
With stories about coronavirus dominating the news, it is encouraging to hear that crystallographers around the world are making strong contributions to the efforts to find a vaccine and advance therapeutics.
Electronic Waste: Growing Environmental Problem in Developing Countries
Déchet New Research on Electronic Waste Reveals different Aspects of the growing Issue in Developing Countries
International Day for the Conservation of the Mangrove Ecosystem
Today is a special day for mangrove ecosystems throughout the world.
Climate change and the environment: making people’s voices heard
Video testimonies collected by young people in their communities around the world form the basis of a network that allows for the expression of their concerns and for a dialogue with scientists and policy makers.
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Mercury and lead threaten Latin American communities
Artisanal mining as well as industrial activities and waste disposal spread toxic heavy metals in the Amazon region, affecting particularly children health.
The “Mission of wise men and women”: Basic and Space Sciences
The role of basic and space sciences for the achievement of SDGs.
A new Facility in China will help to build Advanced Light Sources
The project that came into operations in June helps to develop key technologies for physics facilities.
Platforms for profit and purpose
Digital platforms are changing the way we do business. A six-year research project tried to understand the consequences of this shift, including how platforms can improve resilience in an uncertain world.
Boreal Forests and Climate Change
World-leading experts, at a recent webinar, presented up-to-date scientific information and guidance for societal, climate and ecological benefits of natural and managed boreal forests.
Storm brews over South African ship-based energy plan
Deal to end South Africa’s energy crisis in the offing.
The «Mission of wise men and women»: Oceans and Hydrobiological Resources
Examining how SDGs 6 and 14 could be achieved.
Science in Exile : Steering Committee takes office
One more step towards a global movement for the engagement and support of at-risk, displaced and refugee scientists.
Improving Drought Tolerance in Trees
With climate change, the frequency of droughts is set to increase. In order to slow down the decline of forests already observed, it is essential to better understand epigenetics, the mechanism for improving drought tolerance in trees.
Early Career Researcher Engagement at SRI2021
An example of how early career scientists from different parts of the world can be better involved in scientific meetings.
Online research seminars’ index
Travel cancelations and lockdowns compelled organisers to hold their conferences and seminars online. A platform proposes to find them.
WHO issues guidance for GM mosquito development
Genetically modified mosquitoes are used worldwide to fight the spreading of diseases. But this technique must be used with care.
The “Mission of wise men and women”: Converging technologies and industries 4.0
A conference event has been held to discuss widely the relationships between research, technology and innovation.
China’s EarthLab Begins Trials
China’s First Facility Exploring Earth System Interactions has been launched.
Green light given for construction of world’s largest radio telescope arrays
The SKA Observatory saw its Member States approve the start of construction of the SKA telescopes in Australia and South Africa.
Mathematics of COVID-19
ICIAM, a founding union of IYBSSD, produced a directory about how mathematics help to fight the COVID-19.
Low-cost computers ‘democratising science’
Using low-cost equipment would boost research and education, especially in developing countries.
Venice calls the Earth
Sustainable development, research and Green Education: a Summer School in Venice, Italy is dedicated to green chemistry.
The “Mission of wise men and women”: Art, Culture and Knowledge
Art education and development is necessary for a knowledge society.
Opportunities for mathematicians from developing countries
The Commission for Developing Countries of the International Mathematical Union develops programmes to support mathematicains in need for support.
Preserving climate and biodiversity at the same time
Climate and biodiversity experts worked together to determine the best measures to advance the SDGs in both areas simultaneously. Unprecedented changes in climate and biodiversity, driven by human activities, are synergistically and increasingly threatening nature, human lives, livelihoods and well-being worldwide. Biodiversity loss and climate change are both driven by human economic activities and reinforce…
Accessing the latest climate impact science just got easier
A new platform gives a better access to climate science for everyone.
A podcast about diversity in science
A Nature ‘Working Scientist’ podcast series featuring voices from the ISC’s network on the topic of diversity.
Why sharing bio-imaging tech is crucial to global health
Bioimaging technologies must be expanded for global health.
The “Mission of wise men and women”: Education
A panel and a lecture series to improve education.
World Meeting for Women in Mathematics
Put this meeting on your schedule to discuss the role of women in mathematics.
The 17th Baltic Conference on Intellectual Co-Operation: Mathematics For Society
A conference to highlight maths contributions to the fight against COVID-19
Start planning now for Global Women’s Breakfast 2022
You could organise an event next year to link scientists at both local and international levels.
Africa has highest COVID-19 death rate of critically ill
A survey of 10 African countries found that a lack of intensive care beds and medical resources led to worse outcomes associated with COVID-19 in Africa than in the rest of the world.
The «Mission of wise men and women»: Sustainable energy
Videos production to explain the energy transition.
Artificial Intelligence for Natural Disaster Management
Disruptive technologies can help with natural hazards.
What will be the theme of the next International Day of Mathematics?
It is time to decide the theme of the 2022 International Day of Mathematics.
A conversation about the Square Kilometer Array Observatory
SKAO Chairperson, Dr Catherine Cesarsky, and SKAO Director-General Prof. Philip Diamond tell about the new international observatory and its purpose.
Research colonialism still plagues Africa – Part 3
Scientists seeking to establish fair collaborations
The “Mission of wise men and women”: Biotechnology, Environment and Bioeconomy
Biotechnology knowledge must be used for the benefit of the economy and of populations.
Science in Exile project enters a new phase
The Science in Exile project is building momentum.
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ChemiSTEAM: putting the a(rt) in STEM
Chemistry is not merely useful, it is also beautiful.
2021 IUPAP Magnetism Awards
The IUPAP Commission on Magnetism annouced the laureates of its 2021 awards.
Research colonialism still plagues Africa – Part 2
Africa shouldn’t try to adopt the scientific system from the global North without criticism.
The “Mission of wise men and women”: social sciences and human development with equity
Bringing more equity in education, information, and gender balance
Results in quantum mechanics have general consequences
Physicists reveal a surprising relationship of a fundamental and universal nature between free choice and local realism.
A new biodiversity inventory in China
3718 species newly recorded in Yunnan over past 30 years
Past Global Changes launches a paleoscience magazine for young adults
A new paleoscience magazine for teenagers and young adults.
Research colonialism still plagues Africa – Part 1
Tokenism, top-down management and inequality still plague African research collaborations with the developed world.
The “Mission of wise men and women”: life and health sciences
How to put more science in health policy and planning
An infographic on Covid-19 vaccines and videos to fight vaccine hesitancy
Discover IAP’s new communication and outreach tools and use them to explain how vaccines work
Conference Support for Applied and Industrial Mathematics in Developing Countries
Fellowships for mathematicians from developing regions.
Empowering citizens for successful energy transitions
A new study explored options for empowering citizens as a driver for moving from awareness about the need to transform energy systems to action and participation.
Central African forests are unequally vulnerable to global change
Thanks to an inventory of over 6 million trees across five countries, scientists have produced the first continuous maps of the floristic and functional composition of the tropical forests of Central Africa, allowing them to identify the most vulnerable areas to climate change and human pressure.
Three-drug combo ‘cures 90 per cent of severe TB cases’
A promise for shorter and less expensive treatments
The “Mission of wise men and women” follow up
Colombian academy of sciences prepares proposals for the sustainable development of the country.
Covid-19 threatens to lead to a “lost generation” of researchers, say international scholar networks
The InterAcademy Partnership (IAP) and the Global Young Academy (GYA) lay out recommendations to mitigate the harms of COVID-19 and seize on the opportunities to improve higher education systems around the world.
Creation of the “Institute of the Mathematics for Planet Earth”
An interview with Laure Saint-Raymond and Arnaud Guillin, director and executive director of the new institute.
Science for the SDGs – Part 39 – Partners for transformation 6/6 – Advancing research in society
To keep their academic freedom, scientists must be accountable to society.
Science for the SDGs – Part 38 – Partners for transformation 5/6 – How to boost science capacity in the Global South
Open access and new kind of partnerships are ways to develop science all over the world.
Reflecting on a Year of Elements 11/11
Torsten John, Ph. D. Candidate Leipzig University, Germany, is Lead.
Science for the SDGs – Part 37 – Partners for transformation 4/6 – Not enough scientific capacity in the Global South
There are not enough scientists in developing countries. It must change.
Reflecting on a Year of Elements 10/11
Victor Sabanza, Undergraduate Student, University of La Rioja, Spain, is Meitnerium.
Science for the SDGs – Part 36 – Partners for transformation 3/6 – Forging new partnerships
Scientists must accept to engage in partnerships with all parts of society for their work to be used.
Reflecting on a Year of Elements 9/11
Lori Ferrins, Research Assistant Professor, Northeastern University, United States of America, is Nickel.
Science for the SDGs – Part 35 – Partners for transformation 2/6 – Introduction
All knowledge that could help to achieve SDGs should be shared.
Research at risk as UK abandons global aid commitment
Research projects in the global South should brace for funding restrictions as the UK government announced it would slash overseas assistance to £10 billion next year, say academics.
The gender gap in science, how to measure it, how to reduce it? 9/9
The future of the Gender Gap in Science project and the Standing Committee for Gender Equality in Science
Reflecting on a Year of Elements 8/11
João Borges, Research Fellow, University of Aveiro, Portugal, is Rubidium.
Science for the SDGs – Part 34 – Partners for transformation 1/6 – Key messages
New relationships between science, policy making and society could help to achieve the SDGs.
A new model to predict the speed of propagation of earthquakes
The dynamics of earthquakes are better understood thanks to three-dimensional modeling of fault sliding.
Denisovan DNA Found in Sediments on Tibetan Plateau
The first genetic evidence of a Denisovan population outside Denisova
Drones safely check volcano emissions
Specially outfitted drones are helping scientists get close to active volcanoes in a quest to measure and better understand their carbon dioxide emissions.
The gender gap in science, how to measure it, how to reduce it? 8/9
Recommendations for scientific unions
Reflecting on a Year of Elements 7/11
Marian Asantewa Nkansah, Senior Lecturer, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology, Ghana is Neodymium.
Science for the SDGs – Part 33: Sustainability science 8/8 – Education for sustainable development
Education is one of the roots of sustainable development. And it is not only for the younger ones.
Combating climate change – how to best use new technologies?
A new grant from the European Research Council will fund an international research project on negative emissions technologies.
International Collaboration Reveals China’s Carbon Balance
An international team of researchers has compiled and verified newly available data on the country’s CO2 sink, and, for the first time, they have quantitatively estimated the effect of China’s carbon mitigation efforts.
Level the playing field for science in the global South
Community engagement, open access will strengthen science research in developing countries, writes Nyovani Madise.
The gender gap in science, how to measure it, how to reduce it? 7/9
Recommendations to instructors and parents and for local organizations
Reflecting on a Year of Elements 6/11
Fun Man Fung, Assistant Director (Education) & Chemistry Instructor, National University of Singapore is Fluorine.
Science for the SDGs – Part 32: Sustainability science 7/8 – Open access to published scientific knowledge
Basic sciences are a common good, and as such must be accessible to everybody.
EASAC Commentary on Hydrogen and Synthetic Fuels
No climate benefit from hydrogen unless EU stops subsidies for fossil fuels, says EASAC.
The Second Global Sustainable Development Report on its tracks
UN Secretary-General appoints 15 independent scientists to draft the second quadrennial Global Sustainable Development Report.
Wheat disease common to South America jumps to Africa
“Wheat blast” appeared in fields in Zambia. Fear is that it spreads in other countries.
The gender gap in science, how to measure it, how to reduce it? 6/9
The data base of good practices
Reflecting on a Year of Elements 5/11
Cynthia Ibeto, Senior Lecturer, University of Nigeria Nsukka, Nigeria is Argon.
Science for the SDGs – Part 31: Sustainability science 6/8 – New scientific organizations
Structures are important to define the way you do science, and the kind of science you can do.
Colombia looks to the future of science and education
In Colombia, the “Mission of Wise Men and Women” discussed, and made proposal, about the future of the country, with a lot of science.
The gender gap in science, how to measure it, how to reduce it? 5/9
Publication patterns (Part 2)
Reflecting on a Year of Elements 4/11
Sadhna Mathura, Lecturer and Academic Coordinator, University of the Witwatersand, South Africa, is Cobalt.
Inter-Parliamentary Union supports IYBSSD 2022
The international secretariat of IYBSSD 2022 received the following letter of support from the Inter-Parliamentary Union.
The gender gap in science, how to measure it, how to reduce it? 4/9
Publication patterns (Part 1)
Reflecting on a Year of Elements 3/11
Xuefeng Jiang, Professor, East China Normal University, China, is Sulfur.
Quality Research in Africa and Why It Is Important – 5/5 – What Are the Challenges to Scientific Research in Africa?
Scientists in Africa meet more or less the same challenges as their colleagues in other parts of the world.
Threat over electronic publications sustainability
Sustainability is also a serious matter for open access electronic publications.
“Save Mekong’s rich biodiversity for future generations”
Dang Thuy Binh, a scientist who studies river biodiversity in Vietnam tells about her work, and being a woman in science.
The gender gap in science, how to measure it, how to reduce it? 3/9
The Global Survey of Scientists (Part 2)
Reflecting on a Year of Elements 2/11
Jovana Milic, Scientist, École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne, Switzerland, is Dubnium.
Science for the SDGs – Part 30: Sustainability science 5/8 – Gender gap in science
Gender equality in science (as elsewhere) will lead to substancial gains.
Quality Research in Africa and Why It Is Important – 4/5 – What Is the State of Scientific Publishing in Africa?
AAS is pushing for Open Access publishing of scientific results.
Ramanujan Prize 2020 goes to Brazilian mathematician Carolina Araujo
A prize for mathematicians from developing countries.
Folakemi Odedina: “How I turned brain drain to brain gain”
Folakemi Odedina, the founder and principal investigator at the Prostate Cancer Transatlantic Consortium, tells how she is turning brain drain into “brain gain” for Sub-Saharan Africa.
The gender gap in science, how to measure it, how to reduce it? 2/9
The Global Survey of Scientists (Part 1)
Reflecting on a Year of Elements 1/11
How young chemists mobilized for the International Year of the Periodic Table 2019
Science for the SDGs – Part 29: Sustainability science 4/8 – Transforming science institutions
Some transformations to harness basic sciences for sustainable development may be controversial. What are the main points to be discussed?
Quality Research in Africa and Why It Is Important – 3/5 – Is There World-Class Research in Africa?
Excellent research in Africa is mainly related to biology and health.
Webinar: Ensuring food security in Africa through sustainable aquaculture
An online seminar and discussion to learn more about the future of sea food.
‘Act now’ to save Brazil’s rivers, avoid water crisis
Water demand will continue to increase as its quality goes lower, espacially because of vegetation losses.
The gender gap in science, how to measure it, how to reduce it? 1/9
What is the Gender Gap in Science Project?
Science for the SDGs – Part 28: Sustainability science 3/8 – Indigenous knowledge for sustainable development
How can indigeneous knowledge and science cooperate for sustainable development?
Quality Research in Africa and Why It Is Important – 2/5 – Why Is Scientific Research in Africa Important?
Discovering new knowledge in the African context is good for Africa, and for the world.
An award for environmentally friendly vacuum science and technology
Thanks to the EBARA company a new IUVSTA award has been introduced, in 2018.
Climate change to alter Africa’s malaria map by 2100
An hydrological model reveals new zones where malaria may develop due to climate change.
Supporting the SDGs: A Guide for Merit-Based Academies – 6/6: Some example from over the world
Many academies are already engaging with the SDGs.
Recommendation on Science and Scientific Researchers 9/10
Some ideas about how tho use the Recommendation.
Science for the SDGs – Part 27: Sustainability science 2/8
What is sustainability science?
Quality Research in Africa and Why It Is Important – 1/5 – Introduction
A perspective on African research by two members of the secretariat of the African Academy of Sciences.
Forgetting How to Tend the Soil
To survive, the modern civilization must never ever “forget how to tend the soil”.
Keep focus on emerging infections
Research funding for emerging infectious diseases rarely reaches the countries where such diseases do the most harm.
Supporting the SDGs: A Guide for Merit-Based Academies – 5/6: How can academies support?
The many ways in which academies can advance SDGs.
Recommendation on Science and Scientific Researchers 8/10
Applying and using the Recommendation.
Science for the SDGs – Part 26: Sustainability science 1/8 – Key messages
For the development of a new kind of science.
Bending the curve of biodiversity loss
Without ambitious, integrated action combining conservation and restoration efforts with a transformation of the food system, turning the tide of biodiversity loss by 2050 or earlier will not be possible.