JOHN C.’s Post

 ⚛️ Such a long awaited moment, the formal launch of the #OpenQuantumInstitute (OQI) will take place on March 5th in Geneva. #ScienceDiplomacy in action, an initiative born at GESDA - Geneva Science and Diplomacy Anticipator hosted at CERN and supported by UBS , with the vision to create a market of #quantum use cases for #sustainabledevelopment by: accelerating applications for humanity, providing access for all, advancing capacity building and activating the multilateral governance for the #SDGs

The International Science Council has a growing role in science diplomacy. For example it has been awarded, along with the United Nations Office for Disarmament Affairs (UNODA), a grant from the Biological Weapons Convention (BWC). This initiative stems from the new momentum generated to improve the efficacy and relevance of the Biological Weapons Convention in the face of evolving biological threats. The recent BWC Review Conference spotlighted the need for a mechanism to integrate ongoing scientific developments into the Convention’s operations. The dual introduction of scientific review and verification mechanisms is poised to revolutionize the BWC’s structure, enhancing its responsiveness and enforcement capabilities. To support these developments, the BWC implementation support unit and the International Science Council will work together to develop, test and validate a methodology to build mutual understanding and enhance trust among BWC delegates and scientific experts. Through joint problem framing, targeted discussions and tailored knowledge products, the project aims to empower delegates with knowledge and tools to anticipate and preemptively address complex challenges posed by contemporary and future biological threats, thereby enhancing the BWC’s foundational role in global biosecurity.

The study explores how countries from the Global South engage with intergovernmental science organizations (IGSOs) to advance their political and scientific agendas. It highlights that the success of these engagements is influenced by various factors, including domestic politics, scientific capabilities, and the maturity of the organizations involved. Overall, the research indicates that younger and more adaptable IGSOs provide better opportunities for Southern nations to achieve their ambitious goals. Highlights: - Countries of the Global South actively participate in IGSOs to address both political and scientific objectives. - The success of these countries in IGSOs is contingent on their domestic political landscape and scientific capacity. - The study compares the involvement of Southern nations in four key IGSOs: CERN, ITER, SKA, and the African Lightsource. - Younger, more flexible IGSOs tend to offer greater opportunities for achieving ambitious objectives. Why is this relevant? The engagement of Global South countries in intergovernmental science organizations is crucial not only for advancing scientific collaboration but also for addressing pressing global challenges that impact civil society. By enhancing their participation in these organizations, these nations can foster innovation, drive economic growth, and strengthen their standing on the global stage, which ultimately contributes to national security and stability. Read the full study: https://lnkd.in/eitTKe_2

🌍 Congratulations to our Friends and Partners at GESDA - Geneva Science and Diplomacy Anticipator for a successful 2024 Summit! 🎉 As science and technology accelerate at breakneck speed — from AI to quantum computing — it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. 🤔 Are we fully prepared for the impacts on our world and future? 🌱 Let’s start by facing the facts. The rapid advancements we see today are both exciting and daunting. But rather than feel powerless, what if we embraced these changes with intention? GESDA, together with the United Nations and CERN, has shown that by coming together, we can direct innovation to serve humanity. As member of GESDA’s OQI – Open Quantum Institute’s Advisory Committee and SDGs Task-Force, the Beyond Lab is proud to have supported these efforts, offering SDG-centered frameworks and insights to the work on Quantum for the SDGs. 💡 Yes, challenges exist, and it’s natural to feel frustrated or question how we can keep up. But this summit has made one thing clear: through collaboration, we all have the power to shape the future and to ensure diplomacy and science are aligned, as testified by the Beyond Lab’s work with the #OQI, incubated by GESDA, hosted by CERN, and supported by UBS. 🌟 In times of uncertainty, hope prevails. It’s not just about recognizing the risks, but about embracing our role in creating solutions. As United Nations Geneva Director-General Tatiana Valovaya said in her opening remarks at the GESDA Summit 2024, "Let us work together to close the digital divides that still fragment our world and let us create a future where science, diplomacy, and innovation work hand in hand to build a more sustainable and equitable future for all, where no one is left behind." You can access her full remarks here 👉 https://lnkd.in/dRdSZzzM What part will you play in shaping this shared future?

#QuantumDiplomacy at work: Denmark and the UK join forces in a new quantum technology partnership! ⚛ This week was a significant milestone for DK-UK quantum relations, as the Danish Research and Education Minister Christina Egelund signed an Memorandum of Understanding (#MoU) on quantum with the UK Science Minister Andrew Griffith MP. Thank you to all the people that made this happen on both sides! Strategic international partnerships is a key element in the Danish national quantum strategy and a strong deliverable for our newly established #InternationalQuantumHub. With the new quantum partnership, Denmark and the UK have agreed to strengthen cooperation across a range of areas to support the growing ecosystems in both countries and strengthen collaboration between academia, industry and government. Now we move on to the implementation of the partnership, which includes fundamental research, talent and skills, involving the private sector, the continued development of NATO's quantum efforts, policy discussions on governance to ensure the responsible development of quantum technology as well as commercialization and innovation efforts.   Danish Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen said: "Denmark and the UK are close allies and share high ambitions for quantum technology, which contains important geopolitical and security policy aspects. There is a need for leading and likeminded quantum nations to work closely together to realize the enormous potential of the technology, while ensuring its responsible development and application. Denmark and the UK have strong cooperation in many areas, and today we add a bilateral quantum partnership."   Read more here (press release in Danish): https://lnkd.in/ecAk2U9J #DKUK #quantum #science #technology Department for Science, Innovation and Technology | Ministry of Higher Education and Science | Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Denmark | Denmark in the UK | Ministry of Industry, Business and Financial Affairs | Danish Ministry of Defence | Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

📢 The Centre for EU-Asia Connectivity (CEAC) participated in the #EUIA2023 Conference in Brussels 🗓️ Recap Activity: May 3-5, 2023 📅  🌍 The European Union in International Affairs (EUIA) Conference, held at the Royal Academy of Sciences, serves as a major forum for academics and policymakers to discuss the EU's role in addressing global challenges. The eighth edition focused on “Europe’s Pathways to (Dis)Engagement with the World.” 🌟 CEAC’s panel, “Connectivity and Security: The Case of EU-Asia Relations,” highlighted unique interdisciplinary research and collaboration by Ruhr-Universität Bochum (RUB) and the University of Duisburg-Essen (UDE) within the AREA Ruhr – Alliance for Research on East Asia Ruhr. The panel featured Ph.D. candidates from RUB and UDE and was moderated by Prof. Sebastian Bersick. Explore more: https://lnkd.in/eUBDhXAm #EUIA2023 #EUAsia #GlobalChallenges #Connectivity #Security #Research #RUB #UDE #CEAC

The European Commission has increased the budget of the MSCA4Ukraine initiative with an additional €10m funding through Horizon Europe. MSCA4Ukraine was created to support Ukrainian researchers who were displaced from their country since the start of the Russian war of aggression against Ukraine. The latest funding boost will enable these individuals to continue their essential scientific research safely across Europe. #HorizonEurope #Ukraine #ScientificResearch #MSCA4Ukraine https://bit.ly/3Q7C4ux

In 2022 the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy provided Guidance On Scientific and Technological Cooperation with the Russian Federation for U.S. Government and U.S. Government Affiliated Organizations. The guidance stated "we will wind down institutional, administrative, funding, and personnel relationships and research collaborations in the fields of science and technology with Russian government-affiliated research institutions and individuals". This tracker is intended to monitor and record instances (1165 currently) of potentially problematic research collaborations between U.S. funding agencies and Russian government-affiliated research institutions with an emphasis on research activities spanning from 2022 to the present. #russia #ukraine #whitehouse #ostp #science #technology #policy #government #funding #grants #openness #competition #risk #defense #intelligence #counterintelligence #espionage #violations https://lnkd.in/gGGKusjP

A short overview of #JRC work and impact in 2023 - see also some of our work in nuclear safety and security EU Science, Research and Innovation Myriam Ritardo Gabriele Tamborini

🚀 Excited to announce my participation in the upcoming BERSTIC event this 2 September! As CEO of BERSTIC and the Engineering Research Institute - In³ - Research Institute - In³, I will have the honour to deliver the keynote speech entitled ‘Towards a sustainable and inclusive world: a diplomacy for science, technology, innovation and culture between Colombia and Europe’. My intervention will focus on four main pillars: 🧠 Innovation without borders: we will discover how synergy between Colombia and Europe can catalyse scientific and technological advances that transcend borders. 🌱 Culture as a bridge: We will analyse the crucial role of cultural diplomacy in creating sustainable and collaborative innovation ecosystems. 🔬 Convergence for progress: We will explore a new paradigm of international cooperation that fuses science, technology and culture for equitable global development. 🌍 Diaspora as an engine for change: We will present plans for the integration of the Colombian diaspora in key areas such as hydrogen, renewable energies, circular economy, artificial intelligence, desalination and water management, with an emphasis on the Hydrogen Economy. BERSTIC will be a melting pot of cutting-edge ideas and transformative collaborations. It is our chance to re-imagine a future where innovation and sustainability are the foundations of our global society. We invite you to be part of this unique experience. Join us on 2 September and be a part of building a brighter and more sustainable tomorrow for all. My deepest thanks to Science, Technology, Innovation and Culture Network - BERSTIC, Ministerio de Ciencia, Tecnología e Innovación, CELISE_project, Royal Academy of Engineering for their vision, commitment, and support in organising this momentous event. Together, we are forging a path towards a future where international collaboration and sustainable innovation are not just ideals, but tangible realities that transform lives and communities around the world. #BERSTIC #GlobalInnovation #ScienceWithoutBorders #SustainableFuture #InternationalCollaboration #InnovativeDiplomacy #ScienceForChange #ColombianEuropeanBridges #TechnologicalDiplomacy #CultureInnovation