Karen Lord, award-winning Barbadian author, shares her view on the potential of science fiction to shape the future of science in the Centre for Science Futures' new podcast series, in partnership with Nature.
13.11.2023
Mathieu Denis, Head of the Centre for Science Futures, shares his enthusiastic review of Benjamin Labatut’s latest novel, “The Maniac”. Equally thriller, philosophical essay, and history book, Labatut’s novel takes the reader on a fascinating journey in the history of artificial intelligence.
11.11.2023
Nick Ishmael-Perkins, Senior Consultant for the ISC, recently led a session focusing on trust in science at the Science Journalism Forum. Joined by leading science journalism editors, they discuss the role of science journalism to promote trustworthiness.
09.11.2023
At the Polar Summit, scientists are alerting policymakers to the unexpectedly rapid pace of change, with the dramatic consequences of extreme climate and weather events unfolding before us. Will the Summit and the upcoming International Polar Year finally close the science-policy gap, leading to urgent policy actions in both the short and long term?
09.11.2023
In the Asia-Pacific region, much like the rest of the world, science faces significant challenges, including declining scientific and academic freedom, and growing threats to scientists. To address these issues, the ISC Committee for Freedom and Responsibility in Science (CFRS) hosted a regional workshop during the ISC Global Knowledge Dialogue for Asia and the Pacific region in Kuala Lumpur.
07.11.2023
Kim Stanley Robinson, best-selling science fiction author, shares his view on the potential of science fiction to shape the future of science in the Centre for Science Futures' new podcast series, in partnership with Nature.
06.11.2023
This six-part podcast series is produced in partnership with the journal Nature and the ISC's think tank, the Centre for Science Futures. We explore perspectives from leading science-fiction authors on how this creative medium intersects with science to inspire us to meet our existential challenges.
06.11.2023
Over 50 scientists under the age of 45 gathered at the Young Academies and Associations Roundtable event, organized by the International Science Council (ISC) on the margins of its Global Knowledge Dialogue in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
02.11.2023
In an increasingly tense geopolitical landscape, science stands out as a universal language that facilitates coordinated action. However, when trust in science wavers, it weakens the foundation for cohesive global policy. How can the multilateral policy interface engage effectively with science in ways trusted by populations?
31.10.2023
