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Premium member Presentation Transcript Strengthening International Science for the Benefit of SocietyGoverdhan Mehta,ICSU President : Strengthening International Science for the Benefit of SocietyGoverdhan Mehta,ICSU President ICSU: a long history : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 2 ICSU: a long history Founded in 1931, but roots back to 1899 A membership organization with:103 National Members (mostly Academies) 29 International Scientific Unions Establishes interdisciplinary bodies; sponsors programs in key areas of global concern Limited finances but unique worldwide access to intellectual resources ICSU mission : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 3 ICSU mission ICSU mobilizes the knowledge and resources of the international science community to: Identify and address major issues of importance to science and society Facilitate interaction of scientists across disciplines and among nations Promote participation of all scientists regardless of race, citizenship, language, political stance or gender Stimulate constructive dialogue between the scientific community, governments, civil society and the private sector The ICSU Vision : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 4 The ICSU Vision “A world where science is used for the benefit of all, excellence in science is valued and scientific knowledge is effectively linked to policy-making. In such a world, universal and equitable access to scientific data and information is a reality and all countries have the scientific capacity to use these ….” The ICSU Vision : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 5 The ICSU Vision “A world where science is used for the benefit of all, excellence in science is valued and scientific knowledge is effectively linked to policy-making. In such a world, universal and equitable access to scientific data and information is a reality and all countries have the scientific capacity to use these ….” “It’s not what the vision is, it’s what the vision does….” - Peter Senge : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 6 ICSU Strategic Plan 2006-2011 Process: 6yrs of intense evaluation, review, planning and dialogue with scientists across the world Priority setting: Science driven prioritization of societally important issues Product(s): A total of 13 separate expert reviews, reports and statements www.icsu.org Implementation strategy GA charge to EB & CSPR “It’s not what the vision is, it’s what the vision does….” - Peter Senge Science- beyond discovery : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 7 Science- beyond discovery Broader engagement underpins science of the future to meet new global challenges and increased societal expectations In the 21st century, need for a more inclusive view of science Addressing human needs and concerns Slide 8: 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 8 Three major inter-related themes International Research Collaboration : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 9 International Research Collaboration Linking research, monitoring, and assessments with focus on global environmental change International Polar Year 2007-2008 Natural and Human-Induced Environmental Hazards and Disasters Science for Sustainable Development Science for Human Health Sustainable Energy Linking research, monitoring, and assessments with focus on global environmental change Slide 10: 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 10 an integrated study of the Earth System, the changes occurring to the System, and the implications for global sustainability. Earth System Science Partnership Slide 11: 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 11 The four global change programmes provide the framework for the science on which IPCC assessments are built. A successful, timely, science based engagement ICSU’s role: Global Change example : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 12 ICSU’s role: Global Change example 100% US$ 2 bn 0.5% 0.005% Seeding and catalysis US$ 10 mn US$ 100 k Millennium Ecosystem Assessment : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 13 Millennium Ecosystem Assessment Strengthening capacity to manage ecosystems sustainably for human well-being Slide 14: 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 14 ICSU was an institutional partner in the Millennium Ecosystem Assessment, which besides unravelling many key scientific issues, feeds into UN conventions on: Biodiversity, Desertification, Migratory Species International Research Collaboration : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 15 Linking research, monitoring, and assessments with focus on global environmental change International Polar Year 2007-2008 Natural and Human-Induced Environmental Hazards and Disasters Science for Sustainable Development Science for Human Health Sustainable Energy International Research Collaboration International Polar Year 2007 - 2008 : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 16 International Polar Year 2007 - 2008 Countries >50, research ideas >500, expected funding ~$2 bn International Research Collaboration : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 17 Linking research, monitoring, and assessments with focus on global environmental change International Polar Year 2007-2008 Natural and Human-Induced Hazards and Disasters Science for Sustainable Development Science for Human Health Sustainable Energy International Research Collaboration Slide 18: 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 18 Understanding, predicting, mitigating… ICSU focus on environment International Research Collaboration : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 19 Linking research, monitoring, and assessments with focus on global environmental change International Polar Year 2007-2008 Natural and Human-Induced Environmental Hazards and Disasters Science for Sustainable Development Science for Human Health Sustainable Energy International Research Collaboration Slide 20: 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 20 Connecting local livelihoods and global environment Integration of three pillars: environment, social, and economic Sustainable development : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 21 Sustainable development Departure point- “Our Common Journey” and builds upon the WSSD process Making science policy relevant; participatory approaches with other stakeholders; bridging the knowledge divide, S & T capacity building for SD Initiative on Science and Technology for Sustainability (ISTS)-consortium approach-TWAS, UNESCO… International Research Collaboration : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 22 Linking research, monitoring, and assessments with focus on global environmental change International Polar Year 2007-2008 Natural and Human-Induced Environmental Hazards and Disasters Science for Sustainable Development Science for Human Health and Well-being Sustainable Energy International Research Collaboration Slide 23: 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 23 From aging population to emerging diseases Infectious diseases and malaria to SARS, Avian flu….. International Research Collaboration : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 24 Linking research, monitoring, and assessments with focus on global environmental change International Polar Year 2007-2008 Natural and Human-Induced Environmental Hazards and Disasters Science for Sustainable Development Science for Human Health Sustainable Energy International Research Collaboration Common features : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 25 Common features Complex scientific challenges New knowledge and new approaches necessary Trans-disciplinary: natural and social sciences need to work together Many stakeholders outside of science involved Politically (and commercially) sensitive Raise issues of equity and openness Critical links between local and global challenges and solutions Slide 26: 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 26 There is enough on this earth for everyone’s needs but not for everyone’s greed - Mahatma Gandhi Policy, not charity, will determine whether modern science and technology become a tool for development everywhere ….and for all Science for Policy Slide 27: 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 27 “There is hardly any social problem on which science cannot make some contribution” -D. K. Price, Scientific Estate Science is never sufficient to solve a problem completely; it is, however, always necessary. Promoting Science for Policy : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 28 Promoting Science for Policy Ensure that international research programmes address key policy issues Participate in major international assessments Produce authoritative statements Speak as the voice of international science in policy fora Authoritative Statements : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 29 Authoritative Statements Statement by the international science community on the Millennium Development Goals to the United Nations General Assembly, September 2005. Universality of Science : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 30 Universality of Science The Principle of Universality of Science Freedom and Responsibility in science Reaching out to all countries: Access to Data and Information Regional Offices Capacity Building The Principle of Universality of Science : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 31 The Principle of Universality of Science ICSU Statute 5: Founding principle of ICSU Stipulates non-discrimination and equity in the conduct of science Shared responsibility for all scientists in promoting and upholding the principle Freedoms also imply responsibilities Equitable Access to Scientific Information : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 32 Equitable Access to Scientific Information Policies: Full and open access to scientific data Universal and equitable access to scientific publications Mechanisms, eg International Network for the Availability of Scientific Publications (INASP) Coordination and partnerships– develop a multi-stakeholder Scientific Data and Information Forum (SciDiF) ICSU Regional Offices : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 33 ICSU Regional Offices ICSU Regional Office for Africa inaugurated in September this year Further Offices to follow soon in the Arab Region, Asia/Pacific and Latin America/Caribbean Aim: To ensure that the voice of developing countries influences the international agenda setting and that scientists from the South are fully involved in the research : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 34 The widening gap in …… human resource capacity & S & T infrastructure are the most critical in the new knowledge based competitive world………and many of the asymmetries are directly related to it S & T Capacity Building Distribution of S & T capacities is even more lopsided than that of economic power Slide 35: 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 35 World is asymmetric, not only in socio-economic arena but more so in S & T capacities A basic paradigm……… Strategic Partners : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 36 Strategic Partners The UN System, including: UNESCO UNEP and its Science Initiative Commission for Sustainable Development (CSD) WMO, Climate Change, IPY, Natural Hazards The Academy of Sciences for the Developing World (TWAS) The technological community (WFEO, CAETS) A necessity -neither a luxury nor a political compulsion- for facing the global S & T challenges of the 21st century : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 37 A necessity -neither a luxury nor a political compulsion- for facing the global S & T challenges of the 21st century Sustainable energy - new sources Climate change - global warming Health - emerging diseases- AIDS, SARS, obesity Natural hazards -tsunamis, earthquakes, hurricanes Environment - biodiversity conservation, extinctions Knowledge divide – ICT penetration Population stabilization – 9 bn by 2025! Sustainable development – a new way of life Partnerships: In Conclusion : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 38 In Conclusion Strengthening science for the benefit of society Promote the use of cutting edge science to address global challenges, stimulate innovation and for informed decision making Towards a fine balance between freedom and responsibility in the pursuit of Science Explore new mechanisms to share scientific knowledge and its understanding with stakeholders in society You do not have the permission to view this presentation. In order to view it, please contact the author of the presentation.
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Premium member Presentation Transcript Strengthening International Science for the Benefit of SocietyGoverdhan Mehta,ICSU President : Strengthening International Science for the Benefit of SocietyGoverdhan Mehta,ICSU President ICSU: a long history : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 2 ICSU: a long history Founded in 1931, but roots back to 1899 A membership organization with:103 National Members (mostly Academies) 29 International Scientific Unions Establishes interdisciplinary bodies; sponsors programs in key areas of global concern Limited finances but unique worldwide access to intellectual resources ICSU mission : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 3 ICSU mission ICSU mobilizes the knowledge and resources of the international science community to: Identify and address major issues of importance to science and society Facilitate interaction of scientists across disciplines and among nations Promote participation of all scientists regardless of race, citizenship, language, political stance or gender Stimulate constructive dialogue between the scientific community, governments, civil society and the private sector The ICSU Vision : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 4 The ICSU Vision “A world where science is used for the benefit of all, excellence in science is valued and scientific knowledge is effectively linked to policy-making. In such a world, universal and equitable access to scientific data and information is a reality and all countries have the scientific capacity to use these ….” The ICSU Vision : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 5 The ICSU Vision “A world where science is used for the benefit of all, excellence in science is valued and scientific knowledge is effectively linked to policy-making. In such a world, universal and equitable access to scientific data and information is a reality and all countries have the scientific capacity to use these ….” “It’s not what the vision is, it’s what the vision does….” - Peter Senge : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 6 ICSU Strategic Plan 2006-2011 Process: 6yrs of intense evaluation, review, planning and dialogue with scientists across the world Priority setting: Science driven prioritization of societally important issues Product(s): A total of 13 separate expert reviews, reports and statements www.icsu.org Implementation strategy GA charge to EB & CSPR “It’s not what the vision is, it’s what the vision does….” - Peter Senge Science- beyond discovery : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 7 Science- beyond discovery Broader engagement underpins science of the future to meet new global challenges and increased societal expectations In the 21st century, need for a more inclusive view of science Addressing human needs and concerns Slide 8: 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 8 Three major inter-related themes International Research Collaboration : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 9 International Research Collaboration Linking research, monitoring, and assessments with focus on global environmental change International Polar Year 2007-2008 Natural and Human-Induced Environmental Hazards and Disasters Science for Sustainable Development Science for Human Health Sustainable Energy Linking research, monitoring, and assessments with focus on global environmental change Slide 10: 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 10 an integrated study of the Earth System, the changes occurring to the System, and the implications for global sustainability. Earth System Science Partnership Slide 11: 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 11 The four global change programmes provide the framework for the science on which IPCC assessments are built. A successful, timely, science based engagement ICSU’s role: Global Change example : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 12 ICSU’s role: Global Change example 100% US$ 2 bn 0.5% 0.005% Seeding and catalysis US$ 10 mn US$ 100 k Millennium Ecosystem Assessment : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 13 Millennium Ecosystem Assessment Strengthening capacity to manage ecosystems sustainably for human well-being Slide 14: 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 14 ICSU was an institutional partner in the Millennium Ecosystem Assessment, which besides unravelling many key scientific issues, feeds into UN conventions on: Biodiversity, Desertification, Migratory Species International Research Collaboration : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 15 Linking research, monitoring, and assessments with focus on global environmental change International Polar Year 2007-2008 Natural and Human-Induced Environmental Hazards and Disasters Science for Sustainable Development Science for Human Health Sustainable Energy International Research Collaboration International Polar Year 2007 - 2008 : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 16 International Polar Year 2007 - 2008 Countries >50, research ideas >500, expected funding ~$2 bn International Research Collaboration : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 17 Linking research, monitoring, and assessments with focus on global environmental change International Polar Year 2007-2008 Natural and Human-Induced Hazards and Disasters Science for Sustainable Development Science for Human Health Sustainable Energy International Research Collaboration Slide 18: 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 18 Understanding, predicting, mitigating… ICSU focus on environment International Research Collaboration : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 19 Linking research, monitoring, and assessments with focus on global environmental change International Polar Year 2007-2008 Natural and Human-Induced Environmental Hazards and Disasters Science for Sustainable Development Science for Human Health Sustainable Energy International Research Collaboration Slide 20: 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 20 Connecting local livelihoods and global environment Integration of three pillars: environment, social, and economic Sustainable development : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 21 Sustainable development Departure point- “Our Common Journey” and builds upon the WSSD process Making science policy relevant; participatory approaches with other stakeholders; bridging the knowledge divide, S & T capacity building for SD Initiative on Science and Technology for Sustainability (ISTS)-consortium approach-TWAS, UNESCO… International Research Collaboration : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 22 Linking research, monitoring, and assessments with focus on global environmental change International Polar Year 2007-2008 Natural and Human-Induced Environmental Hazards and Disasters Science for Sustainable Development Science for Human Health and Well-being Sustainable Energy International Research Collaboration Slide 23: 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 23 From aging population to emerging diseases Infectious diseases and malaria to SARS, Avian flu….. International Research Collaboration : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 24 Linking research, monitoring, and assessments with focus on global environmental change International Polar Year 2007-2008 Natural and Human-Induced Environmental Hazards and Disasters Science for Sustainable Development Science for Human Health Sustainable Energy International Research Collaboration Common features : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 25 Common features Complex scientific challenges New knowledge and new approaches necessary Trans-disciplinary: natural and social sciences need to work together Many stakeholders outside of science involved Politically (and commercially) sensitive Raise issues of equity and openness Critical links between local and global challenges and solutions Slide 26: 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 26 There is enough on this earth for everyone’s needs but not for everyone’s greed - Mahatma Gandhi Policy, not charity, will determine whether modern science and technology become a tool for development everywhere ….and for all Science for Policy Slide 27: 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 27 “There is hardly any social problem on which science cannot make some contribution” -D. K. Price, Scientific Estate Science is never sufficient to solve a problem completely; it is, however, always necessary. Promoting Science for Policy : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 28 Promoting Science for Policy Ensure that international research programmes address key policy issues Participate in major international assessments Produce authoritative statements Speak as the voice of international science in policy fora Authoritative Statements : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 29 Authoritative Statements Statement by the international science community on the Millennium Development Goals to the United Nations General Assembly, September 2005. Universality of Science : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 30 Universality of Science The Principle of Universality of Science Freedom and Responsibility in science Reaching out to all countries: Access to Data and Information Regional Offices Capacity Building The Principle of Universality of Science : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 31 The Principle of Universality of Science ICSU Statute 5: Founding principle of ICSU Stipulates non-discrimination and equity in the conduct of science Shared responsibility for all scientists in promoting and upholding the principle Freedoms also imply responsibilities Equitable Access to Scientific Information : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 32 Equitable Access to Scientific Information Policies: Full and open access to scientific data Universal and equitable access to scientific publications Mechanisms, eg International Network for the Availability of Scientific Publications (INASP) Coordination and partnerships– develop a multi-stakeholder Scientific Data and Information Forum (SciDiF) ICSU Regional Offices : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 33 ICSU Regional Offices ICSU Regional Office for Africa inaugurated in September this year Further Offices to follow soon in the Arab Region, Asia/Pacific and Latin America/Caribbean Aim: To ensure that the voice of developing countries influences the international agenda setting and that scientists from the South are fully involved in the research : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 34 The widening gap in …… human resource capacity & S & T infrastructure are the most critical in the new knowledge based competitive world………and many of the asymmetries are directly related to it S & T Capacity Building Distribution of S & T capacities is even more lopsided than that of economic power Slide 35: 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 35 World is asymmetric, not only in socio-economic arena but more so in S & T capacities A basic paradigm……… Strategic Partners : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 36 Strategic Partners The UN System, including: UNESCO UNEP and its Science Initiative Commission for Sustainable Development (CSD) WMO, Climate Change, IPY, Natural Hazards The Academy of Sciences for the Developing World (TWAS) The technological community (WFEO, CAETS) A necessity -neither a luxury nor a political compulsion- for facing the global S & T challenges of the 21st century : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 37 A necessity -neither a luxury nor a political compulsion- for facing the global S & T challenges of the 21st century Sustainable energy - new sources Climate change - global warming Health - emerging diseases- AIDS, SARS, obesity Natural hazards -tsunamis, earthquakes, hurricanes Environment - biodiversity conservation, extinctions Knowledge divide – ICT penetration Population stabilization – 9 bn by 2025! Sustainable development – a new way of life Partnerships: In Conclusion : 10 November, 2005 World Science Forum, Budapest 38 In Conclusion Strengthening science for the benefit of society Promote the use of cutting edge science to address global challenges, stimulate innovation and for informed decision making Towards a fine balance between freedom and responsibility in the pursuit of Science Explore new mechanisms to share scientific knowledge and its understanding with stakeholders in society