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Australia

Policy

Australians Want Scientists More Involved in Policy-making

Two thirds of Australians think scientists should actively advocate for specific policies, and more than 60 per cent think scientists should be more involved in policymaking, according to a global study released by the Australian National University today.

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African Science Map Redrawn as Egypt Dominates R&D Spending

International

African Science Map Redrawn as Egypt Dominates R&D Spending

Egypt’s research investment surged twelve-fold from 2000 to 2023, global IP body says

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Science Could Be a Bright Spot in U.S.-China Relations

Collaboration

China

Science Could Be a Bright Spot in U.S.-China Relations

A renewed agreement may help stabilize a turbulent relationship.

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The Untold Story: India's Data Science Revolution. How It's Shaping Global Futures

India

Big Data

The Untold Story: India's Data Science Revolution. How It's Shaping Global Futures

India's Leap into the Global Data Science Arena India is making groundbreaking advances in the field of data science by joining the United Nations' prominent committee on big data for official statistics. This strategic move enables the nation to tackle global challenges and push forward its sustainable development goals through big data innovations. Embracing Innovation for a Better Future With a focus on cutting-edge technology, India is creating a data innovation lab, signalling its commitment to modernise decision-making processes. By adopting advanced techniques, such as satellite imagery and machine learning, the country aims to align its data initiatives with international

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Europe’s education gamble: Can the EU compete in a changing world?

Education

Europe

Europe’s education gamble: Can the EU compete in a changing world?

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Glacier Intervention Research Isn't Just for Glaciologists

Climate

Science Policy

Glacier Intervention Research Isn't Just for Glaciologists

Prospects for mitigating sea level rise by slowing flows of glacial ice into the ocean are worthy of research, but this work must involve all rights holders and stakeholders.

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High Time to Rethink How We Define Scientific Expertise and Authority

Trust

Science

High Time to Rethink How We Define Scientific Expertise and Authority

Psychologists argue for shifting away from the individualistic view of scientific authority, toward collective expertise

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News

Social Media

More than 60 German Universities and Research Institutions Leave X

Social Media

More than 60 German Universities and Research Institutions Leave X

Changes to the social media platform make further use “untenable”

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Opinion

Science Politics

Scientists Debate Fleeing America Because of Trump - or Risk Their Research Being Censored

Science Politics

Scientists Debate Fleeing America Because of Trump - or Risk Their Research Being Censored

âThey use fear to silence usâ: Two scientists express different strategies for surviving an anti-science agenda

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Who Were the Winners and Losers of African Democracy in 2024?

Democracy

Who Were the Winners and Losers of African Democracy in 2024?

In 2024, 18 elections took place on the African continent, from Senegal to South Africa, Algeria to Ghana, with the results an equal mix of democratic success stories and challenges still to overcome.

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Public Trust in Science is Ebbing - and Will Have Real-world Consequences

Public Trust in Science is Ebbing - and Will Have Real-world Consequences

Anti-science attitudes have historically encumbered societal progress in the U.S., often with serious ramifications. The scientific community is now bracing for upheaval as the Trump administration prepares to take office.

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Web

Funding

‘Absolutely Crucial’ to Increase ERC Budget in FP10

Funding

‘Absolutely Crucial’ to Increase ERC Budget in FP10

Czech Republic paper on Framework Programme 10 also criticises overly large projects and personnel costs

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United States and China Renew Science Pact despite Rising Tensions

Collaboration

China

United States and China Renew Science Pact despite Rising Tensions

New agreement clarifies rules on data sharing and how to resolve disputes.

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Lessons From Baltimore for Participatory Research

Citizen Science

Research

Lessons From Baltimore for Participatory Research

Alvin Hathaway Sr. explains what Baltimore's African Ancestry Neuroscience Research Initiative needed to gain insight and credibility.

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Web

Statistics

Communicating Science: The "significance" of Statistics

Statistics

Communicating Science: The "significance" of Statistics

Statistical significance and scientific importance are distinct, equally valuable aspects of communicating the significance of statistics in research

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What is the Demand of Data Science in India

Big Data

India

What is the Demand of Data Science in India

As a Senior Data Analyst, I can confidently say that data science in India is one of t...

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Web

A Case for Inclusive AI from Africa

A Case for Inclusive AI from Africa

Africa is home to about 2000 languages, with 75 of them having more than one million speakers each. Yet, this linguistic abundance is not reflected in the large language models (LLMs)-which are at the core of many AI systems-that are widely used. This creates a significant barrier in trying to build localised solutions.

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Opinion

Policy

Forget about those disciplinary boundaries’: Narayanan and Kapoor on collaboration in AI research and policy

Policy

Forget about those disciplinary boundaries’: Narayanan and Kapoor on collaboration in AI research and policy

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News

Highlights of 2024 World Science Forum in Budapest

Highlights of 2024 World Science Forum in Budapest

The 11th World Science Forum (WSF) took place in Budapest, Hungary, from 20 to 23 November 2024, bringing together global leaders, scientists, and policymakers.

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African Leaders to Endorse Science Strategy in February

Science Politics

African Leaders to Endorse Science Strategy in February

Ten-year plan seeks to improve take-up and financial sustainability of continental STI programmes.

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The Trap of Securitizing Science

Collaboration

China

The Trap of Securitizing Science

In response to China's rise, Western governments are acting to limit scientific collaboration but this may hurt science and the economy.

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‘Horrified’: Researchers Respond to Marsden Fund Changes

‘Horrified’: Researchers Respond to Marsden Fund Changes

Humanities and social science defunding sparks outrage in New Zealand.

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UK and Switzerland Strengthen Science Ties with £16m Investment

Funding

International

UK and Switzerland Strengthen Science Ties with £16m Investment

Funding announced for joint projects and clinical trials in update to “landmark” bilateral agreement.

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UKRI Gives Local Communities £9m to Set Research Agendas

UKRI

Transdisciplinary

UKRI Gives Local Communities £9m to Set Research Agendas

Funding of nine networks aims to bring local people into research process.

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News

Science

Global Science Meeting Calls for Better Policy Links

Science

Global Science Meeting Calls for Better Policy Links

World Science Forum warns of increased science denial among political and social movements.

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How to Reduce Partisan Animosity

How to Reduce Partisan Animosity

Matthew Levendusky, a professor of political science in Penn's School of Arts & Sciences, explains the results of a megastudy that explores whether anything could bridge the political gap between the left and right among Americans.

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Beyond Science: Barriers for Global South Researchers in International Agricultural Development

Beyond Science: Barriers for Global South Researchers in International Agricultural Development

From stalled visas and travel woes to discrimination, barriers for Global South scientists to participate in the international research community are numerous.

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Opinion

The EU must treat universities as partners, not tools

The EU must treat universities as partners, not tools

Policymakers’ view of R&I needs to look beyond narrow economic objectives, says Thomas Jørgensen

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This Time for Africa: The Hindu Editorial on India, Africa and the Global South

India

Global South

This Time for Africa: The Hindu Editorial on India, Africa and the Global South

As India shores up ties across the Southern hemisphere, it must be seen to match its ideals with nimble footwork and a decided presence across the developing world