International Science Council

CBAS and WAYS Invite Applications for the World Association of Young Scientists Sustainable Development Goals Award

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Thursday, September 14, 2023

BEIJING, Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In response to the pressing global challenges of sustainable development, the World Association of Young Scientists (WAYS), in collaboration with the International Research Center of Big Data for Sustainable Development Goals (CBAS) is proud to announce the prestigious World Association of Young Scientists Sustainable Development Goals Award (WAYS SDG Award).

Key Points: 
  • BEIJING, Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In response to the pressing global challenges of sustainable development, the World Association of Young Scientists (WAYS), in collaboration with the International Research Center of Big Data for Sustainable Development Goals (CBAS) is proud to announce the prestigious World Association of Young Scientists Sustainable Development Goals Award (WAYS SDG Award).
  • This prestigious award aims to celebrate and support young scientists who have made significant contributions to advancing sustainable development goals (SDGs) through their innovative basic and applied science research and engineering endeavors.
  • The WAYS SDG Award is made possible with the sponsorship of the China Association for Science and Technology and the Wenzhou World Young Scientist Growth Foundation.
  • Individuals and organizations are encouraged to join in recognizing and celebrating the remarkable contributions of young scientists who are propelling sustainable development and shaping a brighter future for all.

27 to 29 June, Paris - World Leaders & Scientists to Discuss: Basic Research Can Pioneer New Approaches to Global Challenges

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Monday, June 26, 2023

PARIS, June 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- "Fundamental Life Science Meets Climate, Environment, and Sustainability," invites world leaders and scientists to forge new partnerships and propose systems-level approaches to solve global challenges. The events contribute toward the U.N. International Year of Basic Sciences for Sustainable Development.

Key Points: 
  • PARIS, June 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- "Fundamental Life Science Meets Climate, Environment, and Sustainability," invites world leaders and scientists to forge new partnerships and propose systems-level approaches to solve global challenges.
  • High-Level Summit, 27 June, at French Academy of Sciences:
    International Scientific Symposium, 28 & 29 June, at Auditorium André and Liliane Bettencourt:
    English speakers: Rachael Bishop, [email protected] , +33 (0)7 81 87 62 21.
  • The Human Frontier Science Program was established in 1989 to advance international research and training at the frontier of life sciences.
  • With its collaborative research grants and postdoctoral fellowships, the program has awarded more than 4,500 fellowships involving more than 7,500 scientists from around the world.

27 to 29 June, Paris - World Leaders & Scientists to Discuss: Basic Research Can Pioneer New Approaches to Global Challenges

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Monday, June 26, 2023

PARIS, June 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- "Fundamental Life Science Meets Climate, Environment, and Sustainability," invites world leaders and scientists to forge new partnerships and propose systems-level approaches to solve global challenges. The events contribute toward the U.N. International Year of Basic Sciences for Sustainable Development.

Key Points: 
  • PARIS, June 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- "Fundamental Life Science Meets Climate, Environment, and Sustainability," invites world leaders and scientists to forge new partnerships and propose systems-level approaches to solve global challenges.
  • High-Level Summit, 27 June, at French Academy of Sciences:
    International Scientific Symposium, 28 & 29 June, at Auditorium André and Liliane Bettencourt:
    English speakers: Rachael Bishop, [email protected] , +33 (0)7 81 87 62 21.
  • The Human Frontier Science Program was established in 1989 to advance international research and training at the frontier of life sciences.
  • With its collaborative research grants and postdoctoral fellowships, the program has awarded more than 4,500 fellowships involving more than 7,500 scientists from around the world.

Sci-tech helps explain Chinese modernization

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Monday, May 29, 2023

Guo Huadong, chairman of the Chinese Committee of the International Science Council and an academician at the Chinese Academy of Sciences, said the world is vigorously promoting open science and sci-tech communication is becoming increasingly important, and therefore every sci-tech practitioner should also be a sci-tech communicator.

Key Points: 
  • Guo Huadong, chairman of the Chinese Committee of the International Science Council and an academician at the Chinese Academy of Sciences, said the world is vigorously promoting open science and sci-tech communication is becoming increasingly important, and therefore every sci-tech practitioner should also be a sci-tech communicator.
  • Liu Shouxun, vice-president of the Communication University of China, said that the first thing that needs to be done to promote Chinese modernization through international communication is to tell China's stories well.
  • We need more concepts similar to Chinese modernization, which will not only spread, but also be understood by the world."
  • Strong knowledge production capacity will enable Chinese communicators to generalize and clearly explain concepts related to China, such as Chinese modernization and its connotations, and then reappropriate the right to speak about and define China's image in international communications, he said.

Sci-tech helps explain Chinese modernization

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Monday, May 29, 2023

Guo Huadong, chairman of the Chinese Committee of the International Science Council and an academician at the Chinese Academy of Sciences, said the world is vigorously promoting open science and sci-tech communication is becoming increasingly important, and therefore every sci-tech practitioner should also be a sci-tech communicator.

Key Points: 
  • Guo Huadong, chairman of the Chinese Committee of the International Science Council and an academician at the Chinese Academy of Sciences, said the world is vigorously promoting open science and sci-tech communication is becoming increasingly important, and therefore every sci-tech practitioner should also be a sci-tech communicator.
  • Liu Shouxun, vice-president of the Communication University of China, said that the first thing that needs to be done to promote Chinese modernization through international communication is to tell China's stories well.
  • We need more concepts similar to Chinese modernization, which will not only spread, but also be understood by the world."
  • Strong knowledge production capacity will enable Chinese communicators to generalize and clearly explain concepts related to China, such as Chinese modernization and its connotations, and then reappropriate the right to speak about and define China's image in international communications, he said.

Universities Space Research Association Announces Passing of Alexander J. Dessler, Former President and CEO of USRA

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Thursday, April 20, 2023

WASHINGTON, April 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- It is with great sadness that Universities Space Research Association announces the passing of Alexander J. Dessler, the second President of USRA from 1976-1981, and Chair of the Council of Institutions in 1975-1976.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, April 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- It is with great sadness that Universities Space Research Association announces the passing of Alexander J. Dessler, the second President of USRA from 1976-1981, and Chair of the Council of Institutions in 1975-1976.
  • Dr. Dessler was an esteemed member of the scientific community and had a long and distinguished career in space science.
  • During his tenure at USRA, he championed groundbreaking research in a wide range of space science disciplines.
  • "Alex will be remembered for his unwavering dedication and tireless efforts to advance space science research," said Dr. Jefferey Isaacson, President and CEO of USRA.

Forests Reduce Health Risks, New Global Report Confirms

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Tuesday, March 21, 2023

The outcome is presented in a major report titled "Forests and Trees for Human Health: Pathways, Impacts, Challenges and Response Options" by the Global Forest Expert Panels (GFEP) Programme of the International Union of Forest Research Organizations (IUFRO).

Key Points: 
  • The outcome is presented in a major report titled "Forests and Trees for Human Health: Pathways, Impacts, Challenges and Response Options" by the Global Forest Expert Panels (GFEP) Programme of the International Union of Forest Research Organizations (IUFRO).
  • The assessment finds that existing evidence strongly supports a wide range of physical, mental, social and spiritual health benefits associated with forests and green spaces.
  • "The report suggests that decision-makers in forest, health and related domains should adopt more integrative perspectives for addressing forest-human health relations.
  • By linking forest and human health policies and strategies, new and innovative solutions for health and forest challenges can be identified", says Chair of the GFEP on Forests and Human Health, Dr. Cecil Konijnendijk, University of British Columbia, Canada.

A superb line-up - Brightest Talents gather at HKATG

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Monday, July 11, 2022

HONG KONG, July 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As the first commercial aerospace enterprise in Hong Kong, Hong Kong Aerospace Technology Group (01725.

Key Points: 
  • HONG KONG, July 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As the first commercial aerospace enterprise in Hong Kong, Hong Kong Aerospace Technology Group (01725.
  • HK) has recently presented its R&D achievements in InnoMark exhibition, drawing the attention of many media and institutions.
  • Both Dr. Othman and Mr. Niu Aimin have profound experience in the aerospace industry.
  • It is reported that the HKATG will continue to invite experts in the field of aerospace from all over the world to join the Group, to bring highly professional talents under one roof.

A superb line-up: Brightest Talents gather at HKATG

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Monday, July 11, 2022

HONG KONG, July 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As the first commercial aerospace enterprise in Hong Kong, Hong Kong Aerospace Technology Group (01725.

Key Points: 
  • HONG KONG, July 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As the first commercial aerospace enterprise in Hong Kong, Hong Kong Aerospace Technology Group (01725.
  • HK) has recently presented its R&D achievements in InnoMark exhibition, drawing the attention of many media and institutions.
  • Both Dr. Othman and Mr. Niu Aimin have profound experience in the aerospace industry.
  • It is reported that the HKATG will continue to invite experts in the field of aerospace from all over the world to join the Group, to bring highly professional talents under one roof.

The International Science Reserve Announces Executive Board and Unveils its First Crisis Activation on Wildfire Prevention and Management

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Thursday, April 14, 2022

NEW YORK, April 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The New York Academy of Sciences (NYAS) and its founding members — including Google, IBM, Pfizer, and UL — today announced the official activation of the International Science Reserve (ISR). Recognizing that our world's scientific capacity exists across borders, institutions, and sectors, the ISR brings together global scientists across government, academia, and industries to collaborate across geographies and sectors to prepare for and help mitigate potential global crises – from future pandemics to the consequences of climate change. 

Key Points: 
  • When a crisis of transnational scale and sufficient urgency occurs, the Executive Board mobilizes the ISR.
  • "Science in the time of crisis is rapid, requiring quick decisions, on the basis of limited information,"says President and CEO of NYAS, Nicholas Dirks.
  • "The world needs the International Science Reserve," says IBM Senior Vice President and Director of IBM Research, Daro Gil.
  • In the last two decades, there has been a sharp increase in wildfire season length, wildfire frequency and acreage burned.