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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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Scientists reviewed 7,000 studies on microplastics. Their alarming conclusion puts humanity on notice
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The ‘publish or perish’ mentality is fuelling research paper retractions – and undermining science
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Call for peer reviewers: Frontiers Planet Prize, third edition
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International Data Week 2025
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Developing a social media strategy for scientists
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IUPHAR responsible research webinar
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A guide to anticipation: Tools and methods of horizon scanning and foresight
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Navigating new horizons – A global foresight report on planetary health and human wellbeing
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Synthesis of the Transformations to Sustainability programme
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Annual Report 2023
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From science to action: Leveraging scientific knowledge and solutions for advancing sustainable and resilient development
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