Vish Prakash, President of the International Union of Food Science and Technology (IUFOST) reflects on the key learnings from the ISC Member knowledge-sharing dialogue on 'The Power of Food Science, Technology and Nutrition for Sustainable Planet Health'
27.12.2021
A selection of recent science documentaries to catch up on during this holiday season
22.12.2021
A new eight-part video series by ISC Patron Ismail Serageldin traces the history of scientific publishing through 50 centuries of innovation, from clay tablets to digital publishing and emerging technologies.
20.12.2021
As the world continues to race against the coronavirus pandemic, scientists are racing to predict what might happen next. From South Africa to Belgium, a team of scientists and researchers is building a global picture of how various Covid-19 scenarios might play out with a goal of understanding what a post-pandemic world could look like.
09.12.2021
On a brilliant white ice floe floating in the Arctic Ocean, a group of people in bulky coats adjust to the biting cold, having been dropped off by helicopter. “All of a sudden, I turn around and there’s a polar bear and it starts running at us,” says Jody Reimer, recounting a moment of panic. “Luckily, the helicopter swooped back in to scare the bear off, but I had the adrenaline shakes for the rest of the day,” she adds, laughing.
07.12.2021
The fertile soils of Kashmir, India, have changed drastically since Dr Rakesh was a young girl. With climate-dependent agriculture becoming increasingly difficult, one Australian university is working with institutions and “ag-entrepreneurs” like Malika in the fight to feed a growing population.
06.12.2021
Dealing with complex systemic risks means getting used to uncertainty - and innovative approaches to explaining and acting on that uncertainty can have a useful role to play in informing decision-making.
03.12.2021
The ocean's ecosystem endures regular trauma from sea craft, such as pollution from oil and noise. But a more sustainable future of sea transport could be possible, with the help of 3D printers.
02.12.2021
A new publication developed with input from the International Science Council aims to build capacity and common understanding on co-design for a transformation in ocean management.
30.11.2021
In the Brazilian fishing community of São Raimundo do Jarauá, getting a catch has not always been easy. But by harnessing the traditional knowledge of locals like Tanya and Gilmar and bringing them into the conversation, science practice in the Amazon can help to socially – and sustainably – maintain traditions, food supply, and income.
29.11.2021
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