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The global voice for #science. Through our members, partners and associates, we aim to advance science as a global public good.

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International Science Council (ISC) @sciencecouncil.bsky.social · 19h
#CallForEndorsement: The ISC is calling on Members to endorse the Right to Participate in and Benefit from Science to strengthen the collective voice of the scientific community. council.science/news/science-human-…
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International Science Council (ISC) @sciencecouncil.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
#Ukraine: The ISC is appalled by the deadly drone strike of 28/9 on the National Academy of Sciences. We reaffirm our solidarity with the science communities operating in crisis situations in Ukraine and globally. council.science/news/solidarity-nat… #CFRS
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International Science Council (ISC) @sciencecouncil.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
#Blog: Confronting the issue of Arctic research and Indigenous data sovereignty will require both open and other data movements to consider the people involved and the purpose behind their advocacy and goals. council.science/blog/is-arct...
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Is Arctic science benefitting the communities it researches? - International Science Council
Moving beyond mere inclusion towards Indigenous data sovereignty and reciprocity.
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International Science Council (ISC) @sciencecouncil.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
#Agenda: The Beijing Science Dialogue is taking place from 19-21 October. Browse through the programme: council.science/mmm-beijing-science…
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International Science Council (ISC) @sciencecouncil.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
#Survey: The ISC invites you to help shape a growing global dialogue on the principles and values in international #research and #innovation cooperation. Deadline: 25 October. council.science/news/mld-survey
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International Science Council (ISC) @sciencecouncil.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
#Training: Register for our new AI and research communication training for early- and mid-career researchers. council.science/news/isc-cast-ai-re…
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International Science Council (ISC) @sciencecouncil.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Join the launch of the 10 new insights in climate science 2026-27 report launch on 6 October 2026. council.science/events/10-new-insig…
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International Science Council (ISC) @sciencecouncil.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
#Webinar: Indigenous knowledge and transdisciplinary dialogues - Addressing extractivism through co-production in Abya Yala (American continent). 24 September 2026. council.science/events/indigenous-k…
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International Science Council (ISC) @sciencecouncil.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Focusing on Kenya’s role in academic ghostwriting, AI training and content moderation, Odero examines whose work underpins today’s knowledge systems, why it remains largely invisible and how it is valued.  Read here: council.science/blog/open-science-r…
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International Science Council (ISC) @sciencecouncil.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
#Register: Beijing Science Dialogue and ISC Midterm Meeting. Deadline: 20 September for attendance at the opening ceremony; 30 September for registration. council.science/beijing
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International Science Council (ISC) @sciencecouncil.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
#Webinar: Indigenous knowledge and transdisciplinary dialogues - Addressing extractivism through co-production in Abya Yala (American continent). 24 September 2026. Register: council.science/events/indigenous-k…
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International Science Council (ISC) @sciencecouncil.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
In a changing global landscape, meaningful scientific cooperation requires trust, dialogue and shared responsibility. We are delighted to have @agencerecherche.bsky.social join the ISC as a member and contribute its perspective to the global conversations on the future of science.
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International Science Council (ISC) @sciencecouncil.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
#CallForInput: 2nd round of consultation on a global reporting standard on AI disclosure. Deadline: 16 October 2026. council.science/our-work/ai-disclos… @publicationethics.bsky.social @wcrifoundation.bsky.social @globalyacademy.bsky.social
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International Science Council (ISC) @sciencecouncil.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
In 2026, the ISC is inviting its Members to mark World Science Day by exploring science diplomacy. If you are planning an event or activity, let us know by filling in the form below. council.science/events/world-scienc…
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International Science Council (ISC) @sciencecouncil.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
#CallForProposals: Research consultancy for the Multilateral Dialogue. Deadline 27 September 2026. council.science/news/research-consu…
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International Science Council (ISC) @sciencecouncil.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
📢 A busy September ahead for research assessment & scholarly publishing reform. Join the conversation at: 🔹 CoARA Conference (8 Sept) 🔹 STI Session on the Pisa Initiative (11 Sept) 🔹 OECD Blue Sky (14 Sept) 🔹 OASPA Fishbowl on coordinated reform (22 Sept)
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International Science Council (ISC) @sciencecouncil.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
#DeadlineExtension: Call for mentors to support displaced researchers. Applicants from Finland, Gambia, Japan, Jordan, Kenya, South Africa and Tanzania are encouraged to apply. Apply by 31 August: council.science/news/call-mentors-m…
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International Science Council (ISC) @sciencecouncil.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
Scientific research does not happen in a vacuum. When political pressure, funding cuts and threats to academic freedom make good science harder to do, researchers also face difficult ethical choices: council.science/blog/ethical-resear…
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International Science Council (ISC) @sciencecouncil.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
#Blog: Modern science is being reshaped from every direction. What it will take for science to keep serving as a trustworthy, globally accessible public good? council.science/blog/geopolitics-te…
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International Science Council (ISC) @sciencecouncil.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
#News: Norway to host 5th International Polar Year coordination office, with Korea and Chile. Spanning 3 continents, and operating a $10 million annual budget, the office will  coordinate the world‘s largest effort on polar research. council.science/news/ipy-5-host-nor…
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International Science Council (ISC) @sciencecouncil.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
Good science doesn't automatically become good policy. That was the throughline of #ScienceDay2026, and it's worth revisiting - catch up on the full recap of the day: council.science/blog/science-day-20…
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International Science Council (ISC) @sciencecouncil.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
In his latest Nature essay, ISC President Sir Peter Gluckman argues that science must reinforce its social contract by demonstrating its value to society through transparency, integrity and meaningful engagement. Read here:
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Why science must reinforce its social contract
Questions of public trust can be addressed only through better communication and research that meets society’s interests.
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International Science Council (ISC) @sciencecouncil.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
#Consultancy: Analysis of ISC survey on unrecognized scientific contributions. Deadline 31 August 2026 council.science/news/call-for-consu…
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International Science Council (ISC) @sciencecouncil.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
#Appeal: A new international appeal calls for connected, joint action in support of science and its contribution to global wellbeing. appealforscience.com
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International Science Council (ISC) @sciencecouncil.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
How do visa restrictions limit scientific progress?  council.science/blog/visa-restricti…
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International Science Council (ISC) @sciencecouncil.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
A new global initiative led by the International Science Council, World Conferences on Research Integrity, COPE, STM and Global Young Academy is working toward a shared international standard for AI disclosure.  council.science/news/research-needs…
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International Science Council (ISC) @sciencecouncil.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
A timely and essential read for anyone invested in the future of science. council.science/blog/can-science-sh…
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International Science Council (ISC) @sciencecouncil.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
We are seeking mentor applications to join the Mentorship Initiative for Displaced Academics to facilitate the long-term academic integration of displaced scholars. council.science/news/call-mida @humboldt-foundation.de
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International Science Council (ISC) @sciencecouncil.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
#CallForInput: 2nd round of consultation on a global reporting standard on AI disclosure. Deadline: 16 October 2026. council.science/our-work/ai-disclos…
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International Science Council (ISC) @sciencecouncil.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
#CallForInput: 2nd round of consultation on a global reporting standard on AI disclosure. Deadline: 16 October 2026. council.science/our-work/ai-disclos…
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International Science Council (ISC) @sciencecouncil.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
The International Science Council (ISC) is seeking applications from outstanding early- to mid-career researchers to serve as a Civic Science Fellow with a focus on science communication. council.science/news/science-commun…
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International Science Council (ISC) @sciencecouncil.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
Last week at a session at the UNESCO 2026 global conference on #IDSSD, @Johannes Waldemueller spoke about growing pressures on science systems that weaken researcher’s ability to collaborate, exchange data or rely on institutional support.
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International Science Council (ISC) @sciencecouncil.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
The ISC Forum on Publishing and Research Assessment is running a survey to understand what kinds of scientific contributions currently go unrecognized, and why. Deadline: 31 August 2026. council.science/news/survey-what-co…
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Environmental Information: Use and Influence (Dalhousie Univ.) @eiui.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
Interested in strengthening the #science-policy interface? A free Science Advice to Policy training program from @sciencecouncil.bsky.social & @ingsa.org offers researchers practical tools for communicating evidence and engaging with policymakers. council.science/news/isc-ing...
Title, photograph of a speaker and audience, and first paragraphs of an announcement about a training program about the science-policy interface
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International Science Council (ISC) @sciencecouncil.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
Despite their potential, the social and human sciences remain underutilised at the science-policy interface. Critical evidence produced within these knowledge systems frequently fails to reach or meaningfully inform policymakers.  council.science/our-work/social-sci…
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International Science Council (ISC) @sciencecouncil.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
At the #FASTForum in Paris, the International Science Council, Belmont Forum, CNRS and Fundacion Avina convened public, private, philanthropic and industry #funders to explore innovative approaches for accelerating sustainability transformations through coordinated investment and collaboration.
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International Science Council (ISC) @sciencecouncil.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
ISC Science Director, Vanessa McBride highlighted the need for scientists not just in laboratories and lecture halls, but also within the halls of power at the 2026 Global Conference on the IDSSD today. council.science/our-work/internatio…
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International Science Council (ISC) @sciencecouncil.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
What if the world stopped treating Pacific communities as “small, vulnerable populations” and started investing in them as the stewards they already are of the largest ocean on Earth? Roannie Ng Shiu explains why the world misses out when it fails to listen to Pacific communities.
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International Science Council (ISC) @sciencecouncil.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
Join us at the 2026 global conference on the International Decade of Sciences for Sustainable Development (2024-2033) at UNESCO Paris this week 📍 Explore the full programme and our activities: council.science/events/2026-global-…
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International Science Council (ISC) @sciencecouncil.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
Today's #ScienceDay2026 asked a hard question: can science still deliver under pressure? Scientists, policy-makers, UN officials and community voices gathered to look at what's standing between knowledge and real progress on sustainability. council.science/events/hlpf-science…
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International Science Council (ISC) @sciencecouncil.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
Science is the most reliable source of optimism - every day we know more, discover more. And yet, implementation continues to lag across the #SustainbleDevelopment agenda. How can we bridge the gap between what we know and what we need to do? council.science/ScienceDay2026 #ScienceDay2026
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International Science Council (ISC) @sciencecouncil.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
At the World Summit on the Information Society Forum 2026, the International Science Council and CODATA hosted a session on ‘Science in the Age of AI: Knowledge, Data and Trust’, exploring what AI means for the future of research and scientific discovery.
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International Science Council (ISC) @sciencecouncil.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
Ever heard of the #HLPF? If not, you're not alone. Watch James Waddell breaking down why the UN's High-Level Political Forum for #SustainableDevelopment matters, even though most people have never heard of it. Follow along as we share insights👀 council.science/events/hlpf-2026
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International Science Council (ISC) @sciencecouncil.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
We have now launched the ‘Science Advice to Policy’ online training programme with over 500 researchers and affiliates from ISC Member organizations. council.science/news/isc-ingsa-scie… @ingsa.org
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LSE Impact @lseimpactblog.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
💥New | The UN is advocating for a GDP alternative, can social science provide one? ✍️Megha Sud, Calder Tsuyuki-Tomlinson & @anna-abraham.bsky.social #GDP #SocialScience #EconSky @sciencecouncil.bsky.social
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The UN is advocating for a GDP alternative, can social science provide one? - LSE Impact
The UN is considering the future of GDP. Could a new metric encompass a far wider range of social scientific indicators?
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OpenCitations @opencitations.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
What does “competitiveness” mean for Open Science infrastructures? In the June Open Science Round-up by the @sciencecouncil.bsky.social, OpenCitations reflects on the tensions between openness and sustainability, pointing to shared stewardship as a model. 👉 council.science/blog/open-sc...
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Open Science round-up: sustaining openness in a changing research ecosystem  - International Science Council
In this issue, we feature a reflection from OpenCitations, an Open Science infrastructure that provides free and open citation data and bibliographic metadata as an alternative to proprietary database...
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globalyacademy.bsky.social @globalyacademy.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
Our #GYAGM2026 Gala Dinner was a festive evening that featured a Welcoming Speech by President Bettina Rockenbach of the @leopoldina.org, as well as an improptu speech by President-elect Robbert Dijkgraaf of the @sciencecouncil.bsky.social
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International Science Council (ISC) @sciencecouncil.bsky.social · 06/07/2026
Last week, the #ScienceSystemsFutures writing workshop organized by the ISC brought together 14 experts from across the Global South in Paris to examine how emerging technologies are reshaping science systems.   council.science/our-work/science-sy…
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International Science Council (ISC) @sciencecouncil.bsky.social · 06/07/2026
#WSIS: What impact does #AI have on scientific knowledge production?  At the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) Forum 2026 Forum, ISC and CODATA are organizing a session on “Science in the Age of AI: Knowledge, Data and Trust”. council.science/events/wsis-forum-2…
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International Science Council (ISC) @sciencecouncil.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
#AI is reshaping science at an unprecedented pace, but are national research ecosystems prepared for these transformations? Read our report: council.science/publications/ai-sci…
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