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The International Science Council harnesses the universal language of science to catalyse and convene scientific expertise, advice and influence on issues of major concern to both science and society, through a unique global membership of natural and social sciences and humanities.

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Who we are

We are an international NGO with a mission to act as the global voice for science to promote science as a global public good.

What we do

We catalyse and convene scientific expertise, advice and influence on issues of major concern to both science and society.

Membership

Our unique global membership brings together 250 diverse organizations from all fields of science and all regions of the world.

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21 November 20240 min read

Call for feedback on the ISC’s interpretation of the right to participate in and benefit from science

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21 November 20247 min read

The urgent need for data to tackle climate disasters

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21 November 20245 min read

Making sense of science in the 21st century – trust, repair, dialogue, and engagement 

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The International Science Council at the World Science Forum 2024

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25 November 2024

The uptake of science by the courts: are the science and justice systems keeping pace?

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25 November 2024

Global Ocean Oxygen Network (GO2NE) 32nd webinar on ocean deoxygenation

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09 September 2024

A guide to anticipation: Tools and methods of horizon scanning and foresight 

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15 July 2024

Navigating new horizons – A global foresight report on planetary health and human wellbeing

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12 July 2024

Synthesis of the Transformations to Sustainability programme

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10 July 2024

Annual Report 2023

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04 July 2024

From science to action: Leveraging scientific knowledge and solutions for advancing sustainable and resilient development 

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07 June 2024

From Shores to Horizons: Empowering Science for the Future of Large Ocean States

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