A New Metaphor for Science & Diplomacy

Are we – as scientists – pushing ourselves enough to really bring about fundamental change?

Science in the future might even speak Creole.

For Europe, it is a strategic move to cooperate equitably with Africa and with other regions, including Latin America. Because without talent, you can’t do much.

Science Diplomacy acts as a kind of damper today.

If your institution doesn’t have the capacity set up for research security, you either over-regulate out of fear, or you accept under-protection out of naivety.

If we don’t engage and articulate our positions properly, we get neglected and are seen as small change.

We must ensure that science remains open. This is really crucial.

Institutes for Advanced Study have a natural tendency to practice science diplomacy.

We want science to act as a sparring partner and an enabler for informed decision-making in politics and society.