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Uniting the world through science

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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07 October 202411 min read

Scientists reviewed 7,000 studies on microplastics. Their alarming conclusion puts humanity on notice

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03 October 202413 min read

The ‘publish or perish’ mentality is fuelling research paper retractions – and undermining science

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01 October 20243 min read

Call for peer reviewers: Frontiers Planet Prize, third edition

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International Data Week 2025

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16 October 2024

Developing a social media strategy for scientists

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16 October 2024

IUPHAR responsible research webinar

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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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