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.

Picture of two person in front of UN-flags with a document in their hand
UN Under-Secretary-General Guy Ryder and ETH President Joël Mesot after signing the Memorandum of Understanding on the partnership between the United Nations and ETH Zurich. ETH Zürich

Current publications on Science Diplomacy

No. 326: The Promise and Paradox of Science Diplomacy

No. 326: The Promise and Paradox of Science Diplomacy

Author(s): Leo Eigner
Editor(s): Névine Schepers
Series: CSS Analyses in Security Policy
Publisher(s): Center for Security Studies (CSS), ETH Zürich
Publication Year: 2023