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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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25 October 20245 min read

Anu Bradford wins the 2024 Stein Rokkan Prize with her ‘path-breaking’ book

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24 October 202410 min read

Transforming science organizations: The impact of women’s leadership on institutional reform  

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24 October 20240 min read

Workshop: Opportunities and challenges of generative AI for managers and leaders

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28 October 202429 October 2024

Computational social science conference

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30 October 202431 October 2024

Consultation with ISC Members on the draft ISC Strategic Plan 2025 – 2028

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29 October 20241 November 2024

31st Science and Technology Conference

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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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