UNESCO highlights from January to March 2026

UNESCO highlights from January to March 2026    Journalists are kindly required to be accredited for each event.     EDUCATION 23 January, UNESCO Headquarters, Paris (France) Launch of the UNESCO Youth Education Report 2026 UNESCO will dedicate International Day of Education 2026 (24 January) to celebrating youth as co-creators of education. On this occasion, UNESCO will host on 23 January a youth-led event at its Headquarters, and will publish a new report measuring student and youth participation in education legislation and policy-making. Learn more.   CULTURE 24 January, UNESCO Headquarters, Paris (France) World Day for African and Afrodescendant Culture Held every year on 24 January, World Day for African and Afrodescendant Culture celebrates the many vibrant cultures of the African continent and African Diasporas around the world, reinforcing UNESCO's mandate to promote respect for cultural diversity and human creativity around the globe. Learn more.     EDUCATION 27 January, UNESCO Headquarters, Paris (France) International Day of Commemoration in Memory of the Victims of the Holocaust On this day, UNESCO reaffirms the continued relevance to teach and learn about the Holocaust. Activities will include a commemoration ceremony and an event for students at the UNESCO Headquarters in Paris, as well as a workshop at the Shoah Memorial. UNESCO will also present the exhibition "Some Were Neighbours", which reflects the civic responsibility of those who witnessed and collaborated in the Nazis' crimes. On this occasion, UNESCO will launch the findings of a new survey of over 2,000 teachers across the European Union examining their understanding and experience of antisemitism, including Holocaust denial, in the classroom. Learn more.   SOCIAL AND HUMAN SCIENCES 28 January, UNESCO Headquarters, Paris (France) Albert Hirschman Lectures with Leonardo Lomeli Leonardo Lomelí Venegas is a Mexican economist, historian, and academic, serving as the 35th rector of the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM). He will deliver a Keynote Speech about education and development at UNESCO, as part of the Albert Hirschman Lectures series. Learn more.   SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY 11 February, UNESCO Headquarters, Paris (France) International Day of Women and Girls in Science This Day is an opportunity to promote full and equal access to and participation in science for women and girls. Gender equality is a global priority for UNESCO, and the support of young girls, their education and their full ability to make their ideas heard are levers for development and peace. Learn more.   ACCESS TO INFORMATION 13 February, UNESCO Headquarters, Paris (France) World Radio Day 2026 UNESCO will shine light on the opportunities that Artificial Intelligence (AI) opens for radio broadcasters: not just for innovation but for deepening their bond with listeners. When used ethically and responsibly to support professional judgement, creativity and public service values, AI can become an ally in strengthening audience trust. Learn more. CULTURE 18 February, UNESCO Headquarters, Paris (France) Report on creative industries This quadrennial Report on Creative Industries will be released in the context of the intergovernmental meeting of the 2005 Convention on Creative Industries. This comprehensive report examine the impact of cultural policies and will feature 10 chapters on issues ranging from digital environment, gender equality, artistic mobility, and the flows of cultural goods and services..   Learn more about the 2022 edition of the report and about the 2005 Convention.   EDUCATION International Mother Language Day 21 February, UNESCO Headquarters, Paris (France) This international day is an opportunity to highlight dedicated efforts to preserve linguistic diversity and promote the use of mother tongues. Globally 40 per cent of the population does not have access to an education in a language they speak or understand. Learn more.   GENDER 8 March, UNESCO Headquarters, Paris (France) International Women's Day UNESCO will mark International Women's Day on 8 March, celebrating the achievements of women and reaffirming its commitment to advancing gender equality in all spheres of life. Further details on the commemoration will be available closer to the day. Learn more   EDUCATION 19 March, UNESCO Headquarters, Paris (France) International Day for Digital Learning UNESCO will publish new data on the number of countries implementing a smartphone ban in schools, and will launch a new Charter on Public Digital Learning Platforms in partnership with UNICEF and ITU. Learn more.   SCIENCES 21 March, UNESCO Headquarters, Paris (France) International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination UNESCO will commemorate the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination on 21 March, sharing best practices of inclusive policies and reaffirming its commitment to equality, human rights and the fight against all forms of racism. Learn more   SCIENCES 19 March, UNESCO Headquarters, Paris (France) Launch of the World Water Development Report 2026 The launch of UNESCO's "World Water Development Report 2026, Water for All People: Equal Rights and Opportunities" will take place ahead of World Water Day on March 22. The report will spotlight how persistent gender inequalities continue to shape access to safe drinking water, sanitation, and water resources worldwide. The 2026 edition of the report underscores that millions—especially the poorest, women and girls, and marginalized communities—still face unequal access to water, sanitation and hygiene. Learn more.   EDUCATION 25 March, UNESCO Headquarters, Paris (France) Launch of the Global Education Monitoring Report 2026 The 2026 edition of UNESCO's flagship education report will take comprehensive stock of the progress achieved since the start of the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goal 4 – ensuring inclusive and equitable quality education. Titled "Countdown to 2030: Access and equity", the report will provide the latest data and analysis on key global education indicators: out-of-school rate, completion rate, early childhood participation, and higher education enrolment. Learn more.     Press contact Maria SANCHEZ APONTE, m.sanchez-aponte@unesco.org, +33 (0) 1 45 68 02 37   UNESCO Newsroom All our press releases   Social media

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INSA Distinguished Public Lecture "Transforming the S&T Landscape towards Viksit Bharat" | 07 January at 3:00 PM IST

The Indian National Science Academy (INSA) is pleased to announce the INSA Distinguished Public Lecture on 'Transforming the S&T Landscape towards Viksit Bharat.' The lecture is a part of INSA's ongoing endeavors with a focus on engaging discussions on science, technology and innovation relative to development.
This lecture will be delivered by Prof. Abhay Karandikar, Secretary, Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India. Prof. Karandikar will present his outlook on the developing trends in the science and technology ecosystem in India, the policies that are emerging, and the importance of innovation, talent and research institutions to realize the vision of a developed and self-sufficient country. The lecture session will be conducted on 07 January 2026 from 03:00 PM IST onwards at the INSA Auditorium. All researchers, academicians and students with an interest in understanding the role of science and technology in transforming society would be free to attend this session. INSA cordially invites the scientific community at large to be a part of this prestigious lecture and participate in thought-provoking conversations about how India would like to shape its future scientific and technological environment.

Watch: https://youtu.be/NT6aO2DuyDM

Call for Applications: India Science and Research Fellowship (ISRF)

India Science and Research Fellowship (ISRF) is to provide opportunity to scientists and researchers from neighboring countries namely Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives, Myanmar, Nepal, Sri Lanka and Thailand to work in contemporary research areas across all major disciplines of science and technology including engineering and medical sciences at premier research laboratories and academic institutions in India.

Up to 80 fellowships (10 per country) are awarded annually under this scheme. The fellowship applications will be considered once a year by a Selection Committee. The announcement for 2025-26 is live now.

Last date of proposal submission is 31 March 2026

For more details, please visit: https://insaindia.res.in/international-2/

New Issue Online | Journal of Scientometric Research, 2025, 14(3)

Journal of Scientometric Research

Vol 15, Issue 3, 2025

https://jscires.org/v14-i3/

Research Articles

Metabolomics and Peptidomics in Cocoa: Scientometric Analysis and Systematic Review of Flavor-Related Chemical Compounds in Postharvest Transformation | Martha Zuluaga, Margareth Santander, Sebastian Escobar and Fabrice Vaillant
Bibliometric Analysis of Publications on Arenga pinnata Merr | Darmadi Erwin Harahap, Retna Astuti Kuswardani, Abdul Rauf and Khairul Hafezad Abdullah
Innovative Pathways in Social Enterprise: Global Trends and Insights | Nisha Kumari, Sunil Kumar, Mukesh Kondala and Prajeet Ganti
Emerging Research Trends in Energy Footprint: A Bibliometric Analysis Using VOSViewer | Koay Ying-Yin, Wong Zi Wen Vivien, Chen Fanyu, Tan Yan-Ling and Yiew Thian-Hee
Analysis of Trends in Caffeine Extraction in the Coffee Industry: A Scientometric Review | Camilo Villazón Villazón, Diego Camilo Durán García and Mónica V. Sandoval
A Machine Learning Model for Predicting Collaboration in Regional Co-Authorship Network | Jyoti Dua and Vivek Kumar Singh
Uncovering Emerging Research Themes in Higher Education Branding: A Bibliometric Analysis | José Carlos Veliz Palomino, Carlos Ramos Meza and Juan O'Brien
Higher Education Research in Iraq: A Bibliometric Analysis | Osamah Mohammed Jasim, Abhirup Nandy, Nitisha Aggarwal, Geetika Jain Saxena, Amit Pundir and Sanjeev Singh
A Bibliometric Assessment of a Decade's Research on Educational Technologies in India, 2014-2023 | Chandra Shekhar Pandey, Shri Ram Pandey, Patanjali Mishra, Shweta Pandey and Lakshay
Mapping of Global Aging and Poverty Research: A Scientometric and Visualization Approach | Abdulaziz I. Alomran, Imtiaz Basha, Akhtar Hussain, Mohammad Nasir and Md. Kaiyum Shaikh
A Bibliometric Journey through Computational Thinking in Primary Education: Past, Present, and Future | Afib Rulyansah, Mustofa, Jauharotur Rihlah, Andini Hardiningrum and Berda Asmara
Bibliometric Retrospective on Social Media and Wellbeing Research Literature | C K Jaseel and Kamlesh Singh
Emoji-Text Sentiment Analysis: A Keyword and Thematic Analysis of Conceptual Evolution and Emerging Trends (2008-2024) | Sapandeep Singh Sandhu and Amanpreet Kaur Sandhu
Exploring the Competency Needs of Internet of Things (IoT) Training Instructors: A Systematic Literature Review | Ima Luciany Milansari, Putu Sudira and Candra Dinata
Measuring healthcare Innovations through Human Assigned Approach and Man-Machine Derived Approach: A Comparative Analysis Using Published Patents of India | Debasis Majhi, Priya Tiwari and Bhaskar Mukherjee
Who is Funding Indian Research? A Look at Major Funding Sources Acknowledged in Indian Research Papers | Vivek Kumar Singh, Prashasti Singh, Anurag Kanaujia and Abhirup Nandy
From Citation to Application: A Usage-Based Assessment of Pathway Analysis Methods in Multi-Omics Research | Mikhail Pyatnitskiy and Ekaterina Poverennaya

Opinion

Rethinking Research Evaluation in India: Is the Ecosystem Ready for a Responsible Reform Agenda? | Sanjoy Kar

Book Review

Science, Society and the Innovation State in India's Changing Knowledge Landscape | Sanjoy Kar 

Journal of Scientometric Research (JSCIRES)

Website: https://www.jscires.org 

The Journal is a Gold Open Access journal since January 1, 2024.

Launch of New Issue - Journal of Data Science, Informetrics, and Citation Studies: https://jcitation.org/index.php/jdscics/issue/current

New Book "Demystifying the Economics of Technology: Perspectives on Development with Reflections from India" by Amit Shovon Ray

Demystifying the Economics of Technology: Perspectives on Development with Reflections from India by Amit Shovon Ray, Routledge, 2026, Hardback, ISBN 9781041207023.

Description: This book examines technology through economic perspectives, covering theoretical foundations, market structures, and innovation processes. It analyzes classical and contemporary economic thought on technological change, patent systems, and diffusion patterns. The study explores technology's role in development, particularly in developing countries, examines public-funded research and knowledge transfer mechanisms and includes:

Detailed study of patent economics including intellectual property rights, optimal patent design, and system limitations

Analysis of technological diffusion patterns, adoption strategies, and network externalities in competitive markets

Investigation of technology's role in economic development with focus on developing countries and capability building

Assessment of public-funded research economics and university-industry knowledge transfer mechanisms

Case study of India's technological trajectory and emergence in the global knowledge economy

The book concludes with India's technological trajectory and emergence in the global economy, providing insights into policy implications and future directions. This title has been co-published with Social Science Press. Taylor & Francis does not sell or distribute the print edition in India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bangladesh, Pakistan, and Bhutan.

Table of Contents

Technology Through the Lens of Economics

Perspectives on Technology by Economic Thinkers

The Economics of Technology Generation

The Economics of Patents

The Economics of Technological Diffusion

Technology and Development

Public Funded Research

Reflections on India's Technological Trajectory and Its Emergence in the World Economy

Author's Biography: Amit Shovon Ray is Professor of Economics at the Centre for International Trade & Development at Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi, India. He is a Development Economist, specializing in global economic issues like technology, IPR, trade and health. He was educated at Presidency College (Kolkata) and at Oxford University from where he received his D.Phil in Economics in 1988. He was elected Fellow of the Royal Society for Public Health (UK) in 2006. He has published several articles in reputed international journals and a few monographs. He served as Director, Centre for Development Studies (Trivandrum) and has been a consultant to The World Bank (Washington DC) and India's Planning Commission.

Call for Abstracts | STS Graz Conference 2026

Call for Abstracts | STS Graz Conference 2026

Submission Link: https://stsconf.tugraz.at/calls/call-for-abstracts/   

📅 Abstract deadline: 27 January 2026

📄 Full paper submission: 16 June 2026.

We cordially invite abstract submissions for the session titled ID-23 "Green Hydrogen Energy Transitions in the Global South: Pathways, Potentials, and Challenges" at the STS Graz Conference 2026.  As countries in the Global South develop their green hydrogen production capacities, pertinent questions concerning sustainability, industrial development, technological dependence, and equitable energy futures gain importance. This session will critically examine governance frameworks, resource dependencies, equity concerns, and its global to local implications for green hydrogen transitions in the Global South. We welcome contributions from scholars, policymakers, and practitioners who engage with the above themes.
Abstracts should be 400–600 words, include a maximum of five keywords, and contain authors' contact details. Submissions must be made through the online form. If you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact us.

With Best Regards                                                                

Sanoj and Dwarkeshwar                                                             

Email Address: Sanoj- sanoj156@gmail.com                  

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CSSP-JNU Special Talk on Global STS in the Era of AI, by Wen-Hua Kuo, President 4S | 15 December at 11:00

CSSP-JNU Special Talk on Global STS in the Era of AI

by Wen-Hua Kuo (President 4S)

15 December at 11:00

Venue: Room No. 227, SSS1, JNU, New Delhi (Physical)

All are cordially invited

MP-IDSA Vacancies for the Position of Research Fellow, Associate Fellow, Research Analyst: https://www.idsa.in/about/job

Manohar Parrikar Institute For Defence Studies and Analyses (MP-IDSA) Advertises for the Position of Research Fellow, Associate Fellow, Research Analyst: 

Details: https://www.idsa.in/about/job

ResComm 2025: Research Communication Conclave: Bringing Research into Action | 17-19 December, Sonipat, India

ResComm 2025: Research Communication Conclave: Bringing Research into Action

17-19 December 2025

Venue: Ashoka University, Rajiv Gandhi Education City, Sonipat, Haryana, India

About the Conclave 
Whether emerging from a lab or a lecture hall, powerful research communication turns complex ideas into compelling stories—bridging the gap between scholars and society, and transforming knowledge into action that informs, inspires, and creates real-world impact. In today's digital era, effective research communication is more important than ever. With an overwhelming volume of information competing for attention, it is vital that research not only reaches its intended audience but does so in a clear, compelling, and accessible manner. To meet this challenge, research institutions, universities, public and private sector organizations are increasingly relying on dedicated communication units to amplify their work and visibility. To help bridge the gap between research and its real-world impact, we are excited to host the Research Communication Conclave: Bringing Research into Action. This event will convene researchers and communication professionals across the humanities and sciences to explore innovative strategies for making research more accessible, engaging, and influential. Join us as we work together to transform how research connects with the world. 
Rescomm 2025 Conclave is open to a broad spectrum of stakeholders, including scientists, academics, professors, post-doctoral fellows, scholars, early-career researchers, communicators, library and information science professionals, and students. The conclave offers a dynamic programme schedule including 10+ workshops, 25+ speakers, 40+ exhibitions and 300+ participants. It provides an excellent opportunity to foster deep learning, networking and understanding of best practices in research communication. For queries write to rescomm2025@ashoka.edu.in
Workshops

• The Impact of Visualizations in Enhancing Research Communication
• Communicating Research through Visual Narratives
• Decoding the Mysteries of Grant Writing: A Collaboration-Focused Workshop
• Unmasking truth: The Art & Allure of Research Integrity
• Visualizing the World of Research & Education: Advancing Scientific Communication
• Crash Course in Grant and Manuscript Writing (For Sciences)
• Charting Your Professional Career Possibilities and Planning
• From Numbers to Narratives: A Microsoft-Powered Workshop on Data Storytelling

Details: https://www.rescomm2025.com/

Hurricane Melissa: UNESCO provides emergency support to the Caribbean

PRESS RELEASE   Hurricane Melissa: UNESCO provides emergency support to the Caribbean   Paris, 13 November 2025 – After Hurricane Melissa struck the Caribbean on October 28, Audrey Azoulay announced emergency support for Jamaica, Cuba and Haiti. This aid is intended to sustain educational continuity, assess damage to cultural heritage and strengthen the reliability of information during times of crisis through media-focused programmes.   "It is important to be as close as possible to populations in times of crisis. Together with our regional partners, we are taking action after Hurricane Melissa struck the Caribbean to restore education, protect heritage and ensure reliable information, which is vital in times of crisis," said Audrey Azoulay, Director-General of UNESCO.   In total, more than 2 million people have been affected and thousands of residents forced to relocate. The material damage is also considerable: tons of debris, hundreds of educational facilities and cultural sites impacted, and communication systems heavily damaged. In the three countries, hundreds of schools have suffered major damage, compromising educational continuity for thousands of students as well as access to food. In Jamaica, the country most affected in the region, UNESCO's international experts deployed on an emergency basis, joined the damage and needs assessment launched with the United Nations. Using satellite imagery, UNESCO has already assessed the condition of 142 Jamaican cultural sites, confirming damage to six of them. In Jamaica, UNESCO's emergency support will notably help replace teaching materials and classroom equipment damaged by the hurricane, provide psychosocial support for teachers and urgently stabilize monuments such as Saint John's Church in Saint Elizabeth, which was severely affected. In Haiti, emergency assistance aims to carry out a hydrogeological assessment of groundwater sources that supply water points inside and around school infrastructures, contaminated by flooding. Finally, in Cuba, support will be provided to journalists through the strengthening of a fact-checking platform, to facilitate access to reliable information in times of crisis. Other measures, such as training teachers in psychosocial support for students, purchasing school supplies and acquiring equipment to access World Heritage sites, are also being developed.   Beyond national support, UNESCO will also implement regional training programs to strengthen prevention and risk-reduction capacities and to build resilience against increasingly frequent extreme climate events. The Director-General calls for the urgent mobilization of Member States to support UNESCO's emergency response in the Caribbean. In total, UNESCO has already committed $300,000 in funds.   About UNESCO   With 194 Member States, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization contributes to peace and security by leading multilateral cooperation on education, science, culture, communication and information. Headquartered in Paris, UNESCO has offices in 54 countries and employs over 2300 people. UNESCO oversees more than 2000 World Heritage sites, Biosphere Reserves and Global Geoparks; networks of Creative, Learning, Inclusive and Sustainable Cities; and over 13 000 associated schools, university chairs, training and research institutions, with a global network of 200 National Commissions. Its Director-General is Audrey Azoulay.   "Since wars begin in the minds of men, it is in the minds of men that the defenses of peace must be constructed" – UNESCO Constitution, 1945.   More information: www.unesco.org   Press contact María SÁNCHEZ APONTE, m.sanchez-aponte@unesco.org, +33 (0) 1 45 68 02 37 Alfredo TRUJILLO FERNANDEZ, a.trujillo-fernandez@unesco.org, +33 (0) 1 45 68 17 40   UNESCO Newsroom All our press releases   Social media

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