Science Diplomacy

Science, technology, and innovation (STI) are key drivers of social, economic, and political developments. As a result, they are a crucial aspect of national and international politics. This topic focuses on how STI and STI policies shape and are shaped by international relations. It examines, amongst other things, international STI policy, the role of STI in great power competition, the limits and potential of science diplomacy, how knowledge security can ensure safe and secure international scientific collaboration, the regulation and governance of STI, and how science-policy interfaces can support policy relevant research and scientific policy advice.