EU Science Diplomacy Alliance

👏 to EU Science, Research and Innovation and Department of Science, Technology and Innovation and Department of International Relations and Cooperation for an insightful #AUEU Dialogue on #ScienceDiplomacy! 🙏 for inviting the EU Science Diplomacy Alliance to actively participate, count on us to continue this endeavour! 💡 The event provided an excellent platform for open discussions on opportunities for cooperation and potential synergies between major #ScienceDiplomacy initiatives across both continents. 👏 to the Alliance representatives who joined the event and contributed as insightful speakers! Jean-Christophe Mauduit UCL Alessandro Lombardo Central European Initiative - CEI Marga Gual Soler, PhD GESDA - Geneva Science and Diplomacy Anticipator PIERRE-BRUNO RUFFINI Vincent Fautrel IRD Adj. Prof. Dr. Hildegard Lingnau DLR Projektträger Olfa Zeribi AUF gilles pecassou IRD

Last week, I had the opportunity to speak about tech diplomacy during the EU Science Diplomacy Alliance Coffee Chat. Main takeaways and overview of recent scholarship 👇   But first 🙏 thank you to the EU Science Diplomacy Alliance for the opportunity and thank you to the participants for a great discussion. It was also a chance to further support the work of the EU SD Alliance's Thematic Entry Point on “Science, Technology, Innovation Diplomacy (STID) and Gender Equality (GENDER)” that I run together with the wonderful Theodota Lagouri. https://lnkd.in/eYsGEdzD The main takeaways from the discussion: 💡 Entrepreneurship and innovation are diplomatic instruments: Countries need to support their innovation ecosystems. Science and tech diplomacy has a huge contribution to make. In turn, entrepreneurs can support diplomatic efforts. 💡 Infrastructure matters: Digital technology is underpinned by physical infrastructure (e.g. servers, undersea cables, satellite networks, etc.). Science and tech diplomacy needs to pay more attention to this. 💡 A historical perspective is essential: The emergence of tech diplomacy is not the first time that powerful private sector actors have had a huge impact on international relations. What lessons do we learn? 💡 Clarifying terminology sharpens both the theoretical and the practical toolbox: What are the commonalities and differences between ”science“ and ”technology“? To what extent is it helpful to think of science and technology as a continuum? Where do we draw lines? And for what purpose? Special thanks to the following people for asking insightful questions and sharing their perspective: Raluca Coscodaru, Paul Arthur Berkman, Rasmus Gjedssø Bertelsen, 贝牧思, PIERRE-BRUNO RUFFINI. And to Angela Schindler-Daniels for the expert moderation.   During my presentation I drew on the recent special issue on tech diplomacy, edited by Corneliu Bjola (University of Oxford) and Prof. Markus Kornprobst (Diplomatische Akademie Wien, Vienna School of International Studies). And in particular the following contributions: 👉 Corneliu Bjola, Markus Kornprobst: Studying Tech Diplomacy—Introduction to the Special Issue on Tech Diplomacy https://lnkd.in/eNWVPYnd 👉 Ilan Manor (PhD): A “Tech First” Approach to Foreign Policy? The Three Meanings of Tech Diplomacy https://lnkd.in/ewPNV-Pb 👉 Katharina E. Höne: Sharing the Same Playground? An Analysis of the Private Sector's Role in Tech Diplomacy https://lnkd.in/eK7g_Q3T 👉 Eugenio V Garcia: Technology for Whom and for What? A Global South View of Tech Diplomacy https://lnkd.in/ez5tXQ2f Looking forward to continuing the discussion.

Exciting news! Global Policy Opinion has just published an article by Jasmina Saric, Cedric Invernizzi, Filippa Lentzos, Mary Onsarigo and Luk Van Langenhove, advocating for a coordinated #ScienceDiplomacy strategy to bridge the gap between science and security, strengthen the Biological and Toxin Weapons Convention and build international trust in biosecurity governance. A special congratulations to our Alliance members: 👏 Jasmina Saric, Senior Scientific Collaborator at Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute (Swiss TPH) 👏 Luk Van Langenhove, Professor Emeritus at the Brussels School of Governance, Vrije Universiteit Brussel 📖 Read the full article here https://lnkd.in/d_5uVHvZ #ScienceDiplomacy #EUSciencePolicy #EUDiplomacy

Check out our new Opinion Article, published together with my highly esteemed co-authors Cedric Invernizzi, Filippa Lentzos, Luk Van Langenhove and @Mary Onsarigo from the National Commission for Science and Technology (NACOSTI). We explore the Biosecurity Paradox - where trust is both the most fragile element of international cooperation and the strongest foundation of global biosecurity. To address this, we call for a focused, coordinated and integrated science diplomacy strategy, built around four priority areas to strengthen biosecurity governance through science diplomacy: 1️⃣ Embedding Responsibility in the Life Sciences 2️⃣ Institutionalising Scientific Advice for the BWC – establishing a scientific advisory mechanism 3️⃣ Regional Leadership as a Catalyst for Biosecurity Capacity – fostering capacity-building 4️⃣ Integrating Strategic Science Communication as a pillar of science diplomacy #ScienceDiplomacy, #BWC, #ResearchPartnerships, #GlobalCooperation, #dualuse, #biosecurity Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute, EU Science Diplomacy Alliance, Spiez Laboratory, GRP-Alliance, Science Diplomacy Capital for Africa, International Biosecurity and Biosafety Initiative for Science (IBBIS), United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research (UNIDIR), Swiss Biosafety Network (SBNet) 👉 Read more https://lnkd.in/eUhaNzSq

Have your say on Europe’s science diplomacy! The European Commission has launched a Call for Evidence for a European Framework for science diplomacy. This is a unique opportunity to share your views on how the EU and its Member States can build a stronger and more coordinated approach in support of foreign policy and global cooperation. Share your input on: - The value of a possible Council Recommendation on Science Diplomacy - The main challenges at European and national levels - Ways to strengthen coordination among stakeholders - Priority areas for European science diplomacy 🗓️ Deadline: 3 November 2025 Don’t miss your chance 👉 link.europa.eu/NtMXcD EU Science Diplomacy Alliance

A new chapter for Science Diplomacy in Europe begins! This week marks the official kick-off of the #COST Action CA24169 – Science in Diplomacy Network (SiDnet): Implementing Multilateral Policymaking in Intersectoral, Cross-Disciplinary & Strategic Domains, which has been officially launched on the 13th of October in Bruxelles. I am truly honoured to have been elected Chair of the Action by the Management Committee assembly, alongside a remarkable team of Vice-Chair (Francisco Valente Gonçalves), Working Group Leaders, and Core Group members (Science Communication Coordinator: Agusti Solanas; Grant Awarding Coordinator: Darragh McCashin; Training Coordinator: Mostafa Moonir Shawrav; ITC Coordinator: Ali Hassan Sodhro, PhD, Postdoc; Advisory Board Coordinator: Mattia Bellini). Together, we will lead a network of scholars, diplomats, policymakers, and industry experts across Europe and beyond, working to make science a driving force for multilateral collaboration. SiDnet’s mission is clear: To foster a pan-European dialogue on how science diplomacy can strengthen technological sovereignty, tackle global challenges, and foster cooperation, even in the most difficult geopolitical contexts. Our #Network is structured around four Working Groups: WG1 – Diplomacy for Science within #Technological #Sovereignty & #Governance (led by Damiano Fuschi and Maksymilian Kuzmicz) Exploring how international cooperation and governance frameworks can ensure responsible and secure technological development (AI, space, cybersecurity, neurotechnology). WG2 – Science in Diplomacy for #Global #Challenges & #Sustainability (led by Jean-Christophe Mauduit and Svetlana Klessova) Connecting science and policy to address global challenges, from climate change to misinformation, through evidence-based, trust-driven diplomacy. WG3 – Science for Diplomacy via #International #Cooperation in #Geopolitical Contexts (led by Hevda Vinarsky Peretz) Leveraging scientific collaboration to sustain dialogue and cooperation among nations - even amid political tensions - while promoting inclusiveness and ethical standards. WG4 – #Communication, #Dissemination, #Training & #Networking (led by Theodota Lagouri and Alba Gerdeci) Ensuring that SiDnet’s insights reach both policymakers and the public, empowering the next generation of science diplomats through training, dissemination, and engagement. You can learn more and apply to participate as WG member here: https://lnkd.in/dFymUzP5 A heartfelt thank you to all Management Committee members and Secondary proposers for your trust and to the #COST Association for making this ambitious vision possible. The future of diplomacy is interdisciplinary, and together, we are shaping it.   (A special thanks also goes to our COST Science officer Rossella Magli and COST Administrative officer Carmencita Malimban) #ScienceDiplomacy #COSTAction #SiDnet #Multilateralism #Policy #Sustainability #GlobalGovernance #ResearchNetwork

➡️ Last chance to register for the AU-EU DIalogue on Science Diplomacy!

🚨 URGENT CALL TO ACTION: Shape the Future of EU Science Diplomacy! 🌍🔬 The European Commission has officially launched a Call for Evidence for a European Framework on Science Diplomacy. This is a vital opportunity for stakeholders across science, policy, and industry to make their voices heard on how the EU and its Member States should elevate science as a tool for foreign policy and global cooperation. Your input is specifically sought on key questions like: - The necessity and benefits of a Council Recommendation on Science Diplomacy. - Main challenges in developing action at EU/Member State levels. - How to improve coordination and cooperation among various stakeholders. Don't miss the chance to influence policy at the highest level! 🗓️ DEADLINE: 03 November 2025 (midnight Brussels time) Read the full details and submit your evidence here: European Framework for Science Diplomacy - Call for Evidence Now more than ever, let's take joint steps to strengthen the role of science in global affairs. Share your thoughts below and amplify this message! 👇 https://lnkd.in/dJueTp6Y #ScienceDiplomacy #EU #EuropeanCommission #SciencePolicy #GlobalCooperation #PolicyMaking #ResearchImpact

🎉 We are excited to announce that the first speakers for the 2nd European Science Diplomacy Conference #EUSciDip2025 co-organised by EU Science, Research and Innovation and Danish Presidency of the Council of the EU 2025 have been published! ➡️ Browse the programme and secure your spot in Copenhagen, as seats are filling up quickly! ⌛ ➡️ https://lnkd.in/dr49_7DY ❎ No registration is needed for virtual participation. 🌟 Stay tuned to the event website for more updates. #eu2025dk

As Chair of the MCAA Policy WG, I warmly thank our distinguished speakers — 🌍 Jean-Christophe Mauduit (UCL & EU Science Diplomacy Alliance)  🌐 Alessandro Lombardo (Central European Initiative - CEI & Chair of EU Science Diplomacy Alliance), and 👩🔬 Pavel Rowiński (ALLEA – The European Federation of Academies of Sciences and Humanities & Polish Academy of Sciences) — for their excellent contributions to our #ScienceDiplomacy session ‘Building Foundations in Science Diplomacy: European and CEE Perspectives for Researchers’ during the MCAA Central European Meeting on “Bridging Minds, Building Futures” at the University of Warsaw. Many thanks to my colleague Monika Golinska for co-moderating onsite with great professionalism, to our engaged audience for your participation, and to the MCAA Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) Chapter Chairs — especially from the MCAA Poland Chapter and Hungary Chapter — for co-organizing the MCAA Central European Meeting 2025 and supporting this important dialogue. Together, we highlighted how capacity building, recognition, and networks empower researchers — especially early- and mid-career colleagues — to engage meaningfully in science diplomacy and strengthen Europe’s global voice. #MCAA #CEE #ScienceDiplomacy #SciencePolicy #CapacityBuilding #ResearchCareers Béla Fiser Michael Nones Marie Curie Alumni Association