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Grassroots Workshop – Policy on Women’s Leadership in Science, Technology, and Innovation – Malaysia, 2022
New INGSA Insights – Tracey Brown, Sense About Science – We still haven’t closed the gap between evidence and policy
INGSA-EUROPE inaugural conference
INGSA-Africa: 3rd Cohort of the SASDP Underway
New Series of INGSA Insights kicks off with Amb Macharia Kamau – ‘Father’ of the SDGs
Disemmination Roundtable: INGSA-Africa Consensus Report “The Evolving Science Advisory Landscape in Africa” – 17 Oct
INGSA-Africa: The Journey So Far Report
INGSA-LAC and Universidad Autónoma de Chile, Launch Study on the Impact of Evidence-to-Policy in Chile
INGSA LAC Participate in CILAC 2024 with Prominent Speakers on Science Advice in Public Policy
INGSA-LAC Advances Parliamentary Science Advice in National and Local Governments
Atelier délibératif Afrique de l’Ouest : Innovations et tendances en conseil scientifique aux gouvernements
Applications Open Now! INGSA-Asia Grassroots Science Advice Promotion Awards 2024
2023 Cohort Report – Science Advice Skills Development Program (SASDP)
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Grassroots Workshop – MANT-PSC Stakeholder Consultation Workshop – India, February 2024
Link to report: https://ingsa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Grassroots-Workshop-Report_MANT-PSC-Stakeholder-Consultation-Workshop_Dr-Nirmalya.pdf The MANT-PSC Stakeholder Consultation Workshop, hosted by the People Science Centre (PSC, https://psc-mant.org/) under the Manbhum Ananda Ashram Nityananda Trust (MANT, https://mant.org.in/), took place in Laulara, Purulia, West Bengal on February 24, 2024 with financial support from the Grassroots Science Advice Promotion Awards 2023 from INGSA-Asia. The workshop focused on empowering…
Grassroots Workshop – Science Advice on Disaster Waste Management – Philippines, July 2023
Link to report: https://ingsa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Workshop-Completion-Report-Dr-Glenn-Fernandez.pdf The project titled “Science Advice on Disaster Waste Management: Enabling Local Governments to Practice and Promote Building Back Better, Circular Economy, and Climate Change Mitigation,” funded by the International Network for Governmental Science Advice – Asia Chapter (INGSA-Asia), successfully concluded with significant outcomes. Held during the 2023 National Disaster Resilience Month,…
INGSA-Asia team attends the INGSA2024 Conference in Kigali, Rwanda
On the30th April – 3rd May 2024, the INGSA-Asia team attended the 5th INGSA Conference which was held in Kigali, Rwanda. The conference titled “The Transformation Imperative: Expanded Evidence for Inclusive Policies in Diverse Contexts” was attended by the INGSA-Asia Chair, Prof Ts Dr Tan Wee Hoe, INGSA-Asia Regional Program Officer, Aishwuriya Kunashankar and Dr…
Call for Mentors and Mentees! 3rd intake of Science Advice Skills Development Program (SASDP) – 2024-2025
Please Note: Information for Mentor and Mentee applications now available in Français!Remarque: les informations relatives aux candidatures des mentors et des candidats sont désormais disponibles en français ! INGSA-Africa, the Africa Regional Chapter of the International Network for Governmental Science Advice, is delighted to announce the launch of the third cohort of the Science Advice…
INGSA2024 gets underway in Kigali!
INGSA2024: The Transformation Imperative – Expanded Evidence for Inclusive Policies in Diverse Contexts. The 5th International Conference on Science Advice to Governments (www.INGSA2024.com) gets underway in Kigali. Featuring some of the global leaders in evidence to policy provision, the conference brings together over 300 practitioners for INGSA’s first conference in the Global South. See the…
2° Reunión Anual INGSA LAC de Asesoramiento Científico Gubernamental 2023.
El 29 de noviembre, más de 200 asistentes se sumaron a la 2° Reunión Anual de INGSA LAC 2023, donde destacados científicos, tomadores de decisiones y expertos de la sociedad civil se unieron para abordar los desafíos cruciales en América Latina y el Caribe. La vicepresidenta de Políticas de INGSA, Soledad Quiróz, inauguró el evento…
Finalizó el Concurso de Ensayos sobre Asesoramiento Científico INGSA LAC | 2023
Cada año, INGSA LAC lanza su tradicional Concurso de Ensayos sobre Asesoramiento Científico. En la edición 2023 se presentaron diversas reflexiones sobre el papel del asesoramiento científico en las políticas de biodiversidad en la región. El concurso atrajo a un significativo número de participantes, quienes abordaron cuestiones fundamentales relacionadas con la protección y restauración de…
2° Reunión Anual de INGSA LAC 2023: Forjando una Agenda Común para el Asesoramiento Científico en América Latina
Pronto, tendremos el placer de celebrar la 2da Reunión Anual de INGSA LAC, un evento que desempeña un papel fundamental en el mundo del Asesoramiento Científico Gubernamental en América Latina. La reunión, programada para el 29 de noviembre, reunirá a científicos, investigadores y tomadores de decisiones para moldear el futuro de políticas basadas en evidencia…
Winners of Grassroots Science Advice Promotion Awards 2023
INGSA-Asia would like to congratulate the winners of its Grassroots Science Advice Promotion Awards 2023 on their exemplary achievements. As part of this award, the winners will receive a seed grant worth CAD 1,000 as well as guidance and mentorship from a distinguished member of the INGSA-Asia Steering Committee to organise science advice workshops in…
INGSA-Africa Continental Congress – 3rd October
This online African congress of INGSA members will be taking place on the 3rd October 2023 (11am GMT). Members can attend by using the Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_S7UfjEnmRByYhAAChFNhZQ We look forward to your involvement in this direction-setting meeting for INGSA-Africa
INGSA hosts first French science-policy cooperation workshop – 12 Sept 2023
[FRANCAIS] Le 12 septembre 2023, l’Université Bourgogne Franche-Comté a organisé le premier atelier de type INGSA en collaboration avec la Région Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, le Bureau du Chef Scientifique de Québéc et l’INGSA. Réunissant une cinquantaine de chercheurs et de membres de l’administration publique régionale autour de l’étude de cas Flodécar (adaptation de l’étude de cas Rhodécar),…
Science for Policy in Europe Conference – 10-11 October 2023 – Register now
How can we build better science-for-policy ecosystems and effectively connect science to policy making? The European Commission has a key role to play in supporting EU countries to improve the uptake of science into policymaking. That is why the conference will open the debate and gather policymakers, science advisors, researchers, ethics experts, and other professionals…
Despedimos a Enrique Forero: una pérdida irreparable para la ciencia en la región.
Es con profundo pesar que el Capítulo de América Latina y el Caribe de la International Network for Governmental Science Advice (INGSA) anuncia el fallecimiento del destacado científico colombiano, Enrique Forero, quien desde nuestros inicios acompañó el crecimiento de INGSA LAC en pos de nuestras metas compartidas. Su partida representa una pérdida irreparable para la…
Grassroots Workshop – Science Diplomacy in conjunction with the ICGEB Training Course on the Molecular Microbiology and Microbiomes of Agricultural and Industrial Waste Utilisations – Malaysia, August 2023
Link to report: https://ingsa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/END-REPORT_Dr-Firdaus_revised-1.pdf On 15th August 2023, winner of Grassroots Science Advice Promotion Awards 2022, Dr. Mohd Firdaus Abdul Wahab, organized a follow-up session on science diplomacy in conjunction with the ICGEB Training Course on the Molecular Microbiology and Microbiomes of Agricultural and Industrial Waste Utilizations. With the support from INGSA-Asia, a special roundtable…
Grassroots Workshop – Public sector and Urban Groundwater challenges and policy reform – Pakistan, June 2023
Link to report: https://ingsa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/FINAL-POST-WORKSHOP-1_Ms-Yasmin-Raza_revised.pdf On 26th June 2023, winner of Grassroots Science Advice Promotion Awards 2022, Ms Yasmin Raza, organized a one-day workshop titled “The role of Public sector organization in Urban Groundwater challenges and policy reform, A case study of Asian giant city, Karachi, awareness, dissemination, and preparedness “. The workshop was funded by…
INGSA LAC firmó un acuerdo marco de Cooperación con la oficina de Montevideo de la UNESCO
INGSA LAC (Red Internacional de Asesoramiento Científico Gubernamental – Capítulo de América Latina y el Caribe) y la Oficina de Montevideo de la UNESCO firmaron un acuerdo marco de cooperación, con el propósito de fortalecer las relaciones existentes entre ambas organizaciones. La firma tuvo lugar en enero de 2023 y su objetivo primordial radica en…
INGSA Hosts Immersive Science-Policy Simulation on Neurotechnology at GESDA’s 2nd Science Diplomacy Week
Greetings and welcome to a brief news update on the second day of Geneva Science Diplomacy Week 2023. For this second edition, GESDA and 17 partners from Geneva, Swiss and global institutions are hosting an impressive cohort of 30 leaders from 25 countries. At the Tuesday morning session, organized by the International Network for Government Science…
Introducing the INCLUSIVE Project – Language, Culture, and Context in Science Advice
UPDATE: The INCLUSIVE Project has now released its first report – See the Project Page for the report and resources The INCLUSIVE project explores how language, culture and context affect the provision and use of scientific evidence in Europe. In its first phase, it is focussing on a small number of case studies defined by geography…
Grassroots Workshop – How to Use Science to Fight Marine Plastic Pollution in Cambodia? – Cambodia, May 2023
Link to full report: https://ingsa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/WORKSHOP_REPORT_How_to_Use_Science_to_Fight_Marine_Plastic-revised_Dr-Hul-Seingheng-1-1.pdf On May 5, 2023, Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology & Innovation and Cambodia University of Technology and Science hosted a workshop on “Using Science to Fight Marine Plastic Pollution in Cambodia”, which aimed to raise awareness and foster collaboration among various stakeholders on this environmental pressing issue. The workshop was…
INGSA Hosts North American Chapter Development Workshop – Cities Summit, Denver 2023
In the margins of the #CitiesSummit of the Americas held in Denver, Colorado in April 2023, INGSA organized a workshop to continue the discussion on the development of a North American Chapter. Many thanks to all the people who participated. Read the workshop report here! To be updated on the progress of the Chapter development,…
AAAS 2023 Workshop – Developing a INGSA-North American Chapter focused on Cities
Organized by the Office of the President of the International Network for Governmental Science Advice (INGSA) and Chief Scientist of Québec, in the margin of the annual conference of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) 3 March 2023, 8:00 to 9:30 Washington Convention Center, Room 208 AB Participants Rémi Quirion, Chief Scientist…
Grassroots Workshop – Climate Change Policy making – Nepal, April 2023
Link to full report: https://ingsa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Detail-Workshop-Report-INGSA-1_Dr-Ghanashyam_revised.pdf National Young Academy of Nepal (NaYAN) and St. Xavier’s College have jointly organized the “Climate Change Policy making in Nepal” workshop on 16th of April 2023 (11:00 am – 4:30 pm NST) at Loyola Campus of St. Xavier’s College, Thapathali, Kathmandu, Nepal. This workshop was funded by INGSA-Asia’s Grassroots Awards…
Science Journalists – Apply now for travel grants to the World Science Forum South Africa!
Open Call for Applications For the first time, the World Science Forum will be taking place in South Africa! One of WSF2022’s main objectives is to support the profession of science journalism, particularly in the ‘global south’. The Office of the Chief Scientist of Quebec, the Fonds de Recherche du Québec, the South African Department of…
Grassroots Workshop – Birth Defects, Development, and Disabilities data in policy design – India, March 2023
Link to full report: https://ingsa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Report_INGSA-1_Dr-Mohua-Chakraborty-1.pdf On 3 March 2023, winners of Grassroots Science Advice Promotion Awards 2022, Dr. Mohua Chakraborty Choudhury and Dr. Pragya Chaube, organized a workshop titled “Workshop for ASHAs on 3Ds: Birth Defects, Development Delays, and Disabilities and Inclusion of grassroots data in policy design”. ASHAs are Accredited Social Health Activists. The…
INGSA-Asia Spotlight Interview Series – Interview with Dr Anders Karlsson – February 2023
INGSA-Asia has launched its inaugural Spotlight Interview Series, which features in-depth discussions with the Asian Chapter’s Steering Committee Members. The second interview in this series focused on the personal journey of Dr Anders Karlsson, moving from academia, to government, and now industry. Watch the second interview with Dr. Anders Karlsson here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SNRo9PHUlr8
2022 Cohort – Science Advice Skills Development Program (SASDP)
The INGSA-Africa Science Advice Skills Development Program has concluded its inaugural program – matching 10 mid-career scientists and researchers from 8 African countries with 10 mentors from 8 different countries around the world. The program focused on the topic of Climate Change in Africa (Health, Water, Energy, Food Security) and selected participants with expertise related to climate…
INGSA-Asia Spotlight Interview Series – Interview with Prof Hyun-Chin Lim – December 2022
INGSA-Asia has launched its inaugural Spotlight Interview Series, which features in-depth discussions with the Asian Chapter’s Steering Committee Members. Tackling a myriad of topics from the sustainability of electric vehicles, to switching career paths as a scientist/researcher, the series will serve as a platform to showcase the diverse expertise and lived experiences of these regional science advice…
Policy Strategies for a Knowledge-based Economy – Dr Teguh Rahardjo
30th November 2022 Dr Teguh Rahardjo Southeast Asia Science Advice Network (SEA SAN) International Network for Governmental Science Advice The INGSA Southeast Asia Science Advice Network (SEA SAN) is pleased to share a Commentary by Dr Teguh Rahardjo, SEA SAN Council Member and Vice Executive Director of the Indonesian Science Fund (DIPI). This is based on his…
Grassroots Workshop – Young Scientists Network-Academy of Sciences Malaysia Workshop – Malaysia, November 2022
A science diplomacy training program for the members and affiliates of the Young Scientists Network-Academy of Sciences Malaysia (YSN-ASM) was held on 1 November 2022, at the ASM Kuala Lumpur office. The workshop was conducted by Grassroots Science Advice Promotion Awards 2022 winners, Dr. Mohd Firdaus Abdul Wahab and Ts. Dr. Aslina Baharum with mentorship…
Winners of Grassroots Science Advice Promotion Awards 2022
INGSA-Asia would like to congratulate the winners of its Grassroots Science Advice Promotion Awards 2022 on their exemplary achievements. As part of this award, the winners will receive a seed grant worth €1000 as well as guidance and mentorship from a distinguished member of the INGSA-Asia Steering Committee to organise science advice workshops in their…
INGSA-Africa / NASAC Regional Capacity Building Workshops – October, 2022
In 2022 INGSA-Africa and the Network for African Science Academies (NASAC) collaborated on a series of webinars on “Enhancing the capacity of Academies of Science in Africa to provide rapid science advice in emergencies” See below for details. 24th October 2022 – Eastern Africa Webinar – 3pm-5pm (East Africa Time) Featured Speakers: 25th October 2022 –…
Planetary Health: Addressing climate, health and equity together – Dr Montira Pongsiri
In anticipation of the 27th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP27) which will happen from the 6 to 18 November in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt this year, the INGSA Southeast Asia Science Advice Network (SEA SAN) is pleased to share a Commentary by Dr Montira Pongsiri, SEA SAN Council Member and Senior Advisor on Climate and Health…
Geneva, Switzerland – Oct 2022 – In parallel with 2022 GESDA Summit
In collaboration with the Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs (FDFA) and The Graduate Institute of Geneva, and with the generous support of the Geneva Science and Diplomacy Anticipator (GESDA), FMSTAN hosted its latest meeting in the margin of the 2022 GESDA Summit. The meeting attracted over 30 attendees from all around the world and provided unique access to the…
INGSA honours the life and work of Mr Koji Omi
Everyone at INGSA is saddened to hear of the passing of Koji Omi, Founding Chairman of the highly-respected STS Forum, Kyoto. Our sincerest condolences go out to his family, friends and colleagues. As a former Minister of Finance and former Minister of State for Science and Technology Policy, Omi-san realised that science and technology were…
Oficina C: la Oficina de Ciencia y Tecnología del Congreso de España, lanza una iniciativa de vinculación entre ciencia y política.
Oficina C es la nueva Oficina de Ciencia y Tecnología que presta servicios al Congreso de Diputados de España. Ha sido creada para recopilar evidencia científica y tecnológica existente sobre temas de interés del Congreso y organizar actividades que fomenten el diálogo entre la comunidad científica, los Diputados y la sociedad. Su objetivo es contribuir…
Bridging the science-policy gap means gains for everyone – Prof Yongyuth Yuthavong
Bridging the science-policy gap means gains for everyone The INGSA Southeast Asia Science Advice Network (SEA SAN) is pleased to share a Commentary by Professor Yongyuth Yuthavong, Former Deputy Prime Minister and Former Minister of Science and Technology, Thailand. This is based on Professor Yuthavong’s Keynote Address to the Third Meeting of the SEA SAN themed ‘Bridging…
Elsevier releases Monkeypox Information Centre – Portal for research on virus
As part of it’s contribution to the COVID pandemic, Elsevier provided a portal to research and information on the novel coronavirus. With the new monkeypox virus becoming a public health emergency of international concern, the publisher has created a new public repository of information providing various resources for clinicians, researchers and public health officials. All…
Bridging the Gap Between Science and Policy in Southeast Asia – SEA SAN Meeting – Malaysia, June 2022
On the 20th of June, the Southeast Asia Science Advice Network (SEA SAN) successfully held its first physical meeting in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Themed “Bridging the Gap Between Science and Policy in Southeast Asia”, the meeting was attended by network members and key stakeholders, including Prof Zakri Abdul Hamid as Chair of the SEA SAN, and Dr Zurina…
Workshop Outcomes – Policy Brief: Citizen Science as a Tool and Collaborative Approach to Address Air Pollution, June 2022
Participants of the INGSA-Asia funded Grassroots workshop on ‘Participatory Science Advice for Policy Making’ have published a policy brief titled “Citizen Science as a Tool and Collaborative Approach to Address Air Pollution”. The policy brief represents a valuable output of the two-day workshop which was held in India in December last year. The workshop was…