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Organizational Culture/DNA – Creating Organizations That Don’t Suck Your Will to Live
Organizational Culture/DNA – Creating Organizations That Don’t Suck Your Will to Live
I'm glad to share this get together organized by our own Kimberly Wiefling who has been a pillar of the People Centered Internet Community and our People-mobilizing initiative: The Global Help Desk .....over a decade ago I cold-called Kimberly because I was so interested to find out more of her magic .... her work helps Read More
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Guidelines for SSUNGA76 Speakers and Convenors
Guidelines for SSUNGA76 Speakers and Convenors
Dear Convenors, Dear Speakers, Thank you very much for participating in the UNGA76 Science Summit! In order to make your experience as smooth as possible, we would like to provide you with some useful guidelines on how to navigate Sched. By clicking on the yellow tab "Video Stream" above, you will be redirected to our Youtube Read More
(REF S114) Science and SDG 1: Poverty: to end poverty in all its forms and everywhere by 2030
(REF S114) Science and SDG 1: Poverty: to end poverty in all its forms and everywhere by 2030
SDG 1 Poverty The SDG 1 is a universal and urgent call for action by all countries – developed and developing - to end poverty in all its forms and everywhere by 2030. The goal, being adopted in 2015 is a follow-up of the partially achieved millennium goals. Among others, this goal includes the eradication Read More
(REF OP14) Opening Plenary: How Science will Support the Attainment of the SDGs
(REF OP14) Opening Plenary: How Science will Support the Attainment of the SDGs
Overview The main objective of the SSUNGA76 virtual meetings will be to raise awareness of the role and contribution of science to the attainment of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. The event will also demonstrate initiatives that provide models for global science mechanisms and activities in support of the SDGs, particularly in the area Read More
4 events,
(REF S215) Science and SDG 2: Zero Hunger: Convened by GODAN Juan Miguel González-Aranda
(REF S215) Science and SDG 2: Zero Hunger: Convened by GODAN Juan Miguel González-Aranda
SDG 2 Zero Hunger The SDG 2 is a universal and urgent call for action by all countries – developed and developing - to end hunger, achieve food security and improve nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture by 2030. The goal, being adopted in 2015 is a follow-up of the partially achieved millennium goals. Among others, Read More
(REF SY15) A Systems approach to Innovation for Agrifood and Life Sciences Matthias Berninger
(REF SY15) A Systems approach to Innovation for Agrifood and Life Sciences Matthias Berninger
The session will examine how a systems approach will be necessary to ensure the transition and translation of research into tangible innovation outcomes to address grand challenges. Innovation has many dimensions and has many different policy expressions. The session will look at a more robust integration between SDG objectives and how to realize change efficiently, Read More
The Marconi Society offering Digital Inclusion webinar with Vint Cerf on Sept 15
The Marconi Society offering Digital Inclusion webinar with Vint Cerf on Sept 15
Dear PCI Community, The Marconi Society, a nonprofit chaired by Vint Cerf and dedicated to bridging the digital divide, is offering a complimentary webinar called The Issues That Keep Us Up at Night, which will take place on September 15 at 11 a.m. ET. Moderated by luminary Sir David Payne, panelists Vint Cerf (Google), Jane Coffin (ISOC), Joseph Read More
4 events,
(REF S316) Science and SDG 3: Good Health and Wellbeing. Health and Medical Science Plenary
(REF S316) Science and SDG 3: Good Health and Wellbeing. Health and Medical Science Plenary
SDG 3 Good Health and Wellbeing The SDG 3 is a universal and urgent call for action by all countries – developed and developing - to ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages by 2030. The goal, being adopted in 2015 is a follow-up of the partially achieved millennium goals. Among Read More
(REF MSP16) Health and Medical Science Plenary Anne Quaadgras
(REF MSP16) Health and Medical Science Plenary Anne Quaadgras
Healthy Resilient Communities by design means bringing the social determinants of health into the set of interventions of health and medicine, to complement the clinical interventions which have up to now been the primary focus of medical scientific research. What makes a healthy community? Economic stabilityFood security Access to quality education Stable housing and neighborhoods Social and community support Access Read More
(REF HY16) Research Proposal Writing Workshop Seán McCarthy
(REF HY16) Research Proposal Writing Workshop Seán McCarthy
How to Write a Competitive Proposal for EU Funding Programmes UN Summit 16th and 23rd September 2021 Dr. Seán McCarthy Hyperion Ltd (www.hyperion.ie) European Funding Programmes are one of the instruments used by the European Union to implement EU Policies. In the current funding period (2021-2027) there are over 30 funding programmmes – and each Read More
3 events,
(REF S417) Science for SDG 4: Quality Education
(REF S417) Science for SDG 4: Quality Education
SDG 4 Quality Education The SDG 4 is a universal and urgent call for action by all countries – developed and developing - to ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all by 2030. The goal, being adopted in 2015 is a follow-up of the partially achieved millennium goals. Among Read More
(REF DP17) 2) How can Life Sciences contribute to address climate change
(REF DP17) 2) How can Life Sciences contribute to address climate change
Welcome to the Science Summit at UNGA76, a major contribution to advancing Science for the UN SDGs. Online from 14-30 Sept 2021. ISC will organise the second edition of the UNGA76 Science Summit around the 76th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA76) in New York in September 2021. The objective of the virtual meeting will be Read More
(REF S517) SDG 5: Gender Equality. Women in Science and Women in Science Policy Making will help achieve the SDGs
(REF S517) SDG 5: Gender Equality. Women in Science and Women in Science Policy Making will help achieve the SDGs
SDG 5 Gender Equality The SDG 5 is a universal and urgent call for action by all countries – developed and developing – to achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls by 2030. The goal, being adopted in 2015 is a follow-up of the partially achieved millennium goals. Among others, this goal includes Read More
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(REF S720) SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy – ITER and Fusion Energy
(REF S720) SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy – ITER and Fusion Energy
SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy The SDG 7 is a universal and urgent call for action by all countries – developed and developing – to ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all by 2030. The goal, being adopted in 2015 is a follow-up of the partially achieved millennium goals. Among Read More
(REF S620) Science and SDG 6: Cleaner Water and Sanitation
(REF S620) Science and SDG 6: Cleaner Water and Sanitation
SDG 6 Cleaner Water and Sanitation The SDG 6 is a universal and urgent call for action by all countries – developed and developing – to ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all by 2030. The goal, being adopted in 2015 is a follow-up of the partially achieved millennium goals. Among Read More
(REF AF20) Africa Science and Africa Partnerships for the SDGs
(REF AF20) Africa Science and Africa Partnerships for the SDGs
Monday September 20, 2021 3:00pm - 6:00pm CEST Africa
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(REF S821) Science and SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth Andrew Rugege
(REF S821) Science and SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth Andrew Rugege
SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth The SDG 8 is a universal and urgent call for action by all countries – developed and developing – to promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all by 2030. The goal, being adopted in 2015 is a follow-up of Read More
(REF BA21) Biodiversity: Forests, Health and Society convened by IMIBIO Biodiversity Institute, Misiones, Argentina Erik Ruuth
(REF BA21) Biodiversity: Forests, Health and Society convened by IMIBIO Biodiversity Institute, Misiones, Argentina Erik Ruuth
Misiones is one of the 23 provinces of Argentina, strategically located in the extreme northeast of the country of the Mesopotamia region. Approximately 91% of its borders are international being surrounded by Paraguay to the northwest, Brazil to the north, east and south, and the Argentine province of Corrientes to the southwest. Border activity is Read More
(REF FF21) Future Frontiers of the Global Economy and Society: the Role of Science and Collaborative Research
(REF FF21) Future Frontiers of the Global Economy and Society: the Role of Science and Collaborative Research
FUTURE FRONTIERS Future frontiers of the global economy and society - from cyberspace to outer space - will determine the future prosperity and wellbeing of people all over the world in the decades ahead. As we are witnessing an increasing divergence of models, this transformation raises important questions about the interaction between economic opportunity, security, Read More
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(REF EA22) A Regional Dimension: Africa-Europe Biodiversity and Ecosystems Knowledge Generation for the Green Deal and Digital Transformation
(REF EA22) A Regional Dimension: Africa-Europe Biodiversity and Ecosystems Knowledge Generation for the Green Deal and Digital Transformation
Wednesday September 22, 2021 9:00am - 11:00am CEST Consumption
(REF S922) Science and SDG 9: Industry Innovation and Infrastructure
(REF S922) Science and SDG 9: Industry Innovation and Infrastructure
SDG 9 Industry Innovation and Infrastructure The SDG 9 is a universal and urgent call for action by all countries – developed and developing – to build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization and foster innovation by 2030. The goal, being adopted in 2015 is a follow-up of the partially achieved millennium goals. Among Read More
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(REF KI23) Kilimanjaro Innovation Hub to Enable Africa to Achieve SDG’s on Time
(REF KI23) Kilimanjaro Innovation Hub to Enable Africa to Achieve SDG’s on Time
The world is undergoing a fourth industrial revolution at an unprecedented rate. Africa must proactively embrace it to ensure the communities benefit, and the youth succeed in the new world. Africa is yet to realize its potential in the digital space and leverage technology to build a more prosperous society. Urgent, bold, and coordinated action Read More
(REF AS24) Arab Science Cooperation to achieve UN SDGs. Convened with The Arab States Research and Education Network (ASREN)
(REF AS24) Arab Science Cooperation to achieve UN SDGs. Convened with The Arab States Research and Education Network (ASREN)
This session will discuss Science as a means for development in the Arab region and how cooperation in science at national, regional, and global levels will support the efforts towards achieving the UN SDGs. It will present the efforts in conducting science from policies to actions including research, education and innovation and related cooperative projects Read More
(REF S1023) Science and SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities Andrew Rugege
(REF S1023) Science and SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities Andrew Rugege
SDG 10 Reduced Inequalities The SDG 10 is a universal and urgent call for action by all countries – developed and developing – to reduce inequality within and among countries by 2030. The goal, being adopted in 2015 is a follow-up of the partially achieved millennium goals. Among others, this goal includes the empowerment and Read More
7 events,
(REF S1224) Science and SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
(REF S1224) Science and SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production The SDG 12 is a universal and urgent call for action by all countries – developed and developing – to ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns by 2030. The goal, being adopted in 2015 is a follow-up of the partially achieved millennium goals. Among others, this goal includes the Read More
(REF S1124) Science and SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
(REF S1124) Science and SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities The SDG 11 is a universal and urgent call for action by all countries – developed and developing – to make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable by 2030. The goal, being adopted in 2015 is a follow-up of the partially achieved millennium goals. Among others, Read More
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(REF S1326) Science and SDG 13: Climate Action
(REF S1326) Science and SDG 13: Climate Action
SDG 13 Climate Action The SDG 13 is a universal and urgent call for action by all countries – developed and developing – to take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts by 2030. The goal, being adopted in 2015 is a follow-up of the partially achieved millennium goals. Among others, the goal Read More
(REF S1427) Science and SDG 14: Life Below Water. Convened by LifeWatch ERIC Christos Arvanitidis
(REF S1427) Science and SDG 14: Life Below Water. Convened by LifeWatch ERIC Christos Arvanitidis
SDG 14 Life Below Water The SDG 14 is a universal and urgent call for action by all countries – developed and developing – to conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development by 2030. The goal, being adopted in 2015 is a follow-up of the partially achieved millennium goals. Read More
(REF RM27) The significance of international research cooperation for the attainment of SDGs – approaches from research management. Convened by DLR, Germany.
(REF RM27) The significance of international research cooperation for the attainment of SDGs – approaches from research management. Convened by DLR, Germany.
Research funding on science and innovation is becoming more and more mission-oriented, in order to push topics that contribute to the solution of societal challenges, such as the ones connected to the SDGs. Contributing to the SDGs also requires a clear perspective on technology and knowledge transfer through close collaboration with all stakeholders. The session Read More
3 events,
(REF GN28) Genomics for Shared Research and Better Health Outcomes
(REF GN28) Genomics for Shared Research and Better Health Outcomes
Genomics is a highly important tool in achieving SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being. In the context of UNGA76 ISC will convene this session focussed on research and policy priorities in the development of genomics and precision medicine as a driver of beneficial health outcomes for world citizens. The session will bring together leaders from Read More
(REF DP28) Data Protection and trust for innovation for the SDGs
(REF DP28) Data Protection and trust for innovation for the SDGs
Tuesday September 28, 2021 10:00am - 2:30pm CEST SDG 8
(REF DT28) Digital Transformation for Health for the SDGs, Convened by HSE, Ireland
(REF DT28) Digital Transformation for Health for the SDGs, Convened by HSE, Ireland
The Digital Transition for Healthcare – Stay Left, Shift Left A paradigm, policy, platform and prescription for wellness and better health Prof. Martin Curley, Director Digital Transformation and Innovation, HSE Declan Kirrane, CEO, ISC Intelligence in Science The broad adoption of Digital Health as a paradigm, platform and a policy will be fundamentally important to Read More
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(REF NI29) Roundtable on Nigeria Jaagz Bajaj • Samuel Adunreke
(REF NI29) Roundtable on Nigeria Jaagz Bajaj • Samuel Adunreke
THE ROLE OF SCIENCE AND INNOVATION IN ADDRESSING THE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS IN NIGERIA Science and Innovation have a significant role to play in the attainment and realization of economic, political and social independence in Nigeria and Africa at large. The issues of underdevelopment in Africa had in the past been multi-dimensional in nature and Read More
(REF S1629) Science and SDG 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
(REF S1629) Science and SDG 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions The SDG 16 is a universal and urgent call for action by all countries – developed and developing – to promote peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development, provide access to justice for all and build effective, accountable and inclusive institutions at all levels by 2030. The goal, Read More
(REF SH23) Roundtable with the High Representative of the Coalition for the Sahel, Dr Djimé Adoum, High Representative, Coalition for the Sahel.
(REF SH23) Roundtable with the High Representative of the Coalition for the Sahel, Dr Djimé Adoum, High Representative, Coalition for the Sahel.
"The real Southern Frontier of Europe," as EU Special Representative for the Sahel Emanuela del Re describes the region, is central to the transit of goods and people between the continents. The Sahel is home to some of the world's least developed and youngest nations with 50% of its inhabitants less than 15 years of Read More
5 events,
(REF SS30) Schools Satellite Project: Supporting Space Science, Digital Skills and Kids Diplomacy in Our World
(REF SS30) Schools Satellite Project: Supporting Space Science, Digital Skills and Kids Diplomacy in Our World
Thursday September 30, 2021 9:00am - 10:00am CEST Schools Satellite
(REF UV30) The role of universities through research and strategic partnerships in achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
(REF UV30) The role of universities through research and strategic partnerships in achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
The role of universities through research and strategic partnerships in achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) In an era where global concerns about sustainability issues are at a peak as shown by the current agenda of the international community, international universities have a crucial role to play. The UN Gs) provide a platform for country-level commitments Read More
(REF S1730) Science and SDG 17: Partnership for the Goals
(REF S1730) Science and SDG 17: Partnership for the Goals
SDG 17 Partnership for the Goals The SDG 17 is a universal and urgent call for action by all countries – developed and developing – to strengthen the means of implementation and revitalize the global partnership for sustainable development by 2030. The goal, being adopted in 2015 is a follow-up of the partially achieved millennium Read More