Press Invitation - UNESCO to designate new Biosphere Reserves in September 2025

PRESS INVITATION   UNESCO to designate new Biosphere Reserves in September 2025   UNESCO invites you to attend the 5th World Congress of Biosphere Reserves in Hangzhou, China — a once-a-decade gathering where global experts, policymakers, indigenous leaders, and youth will shape the 10‑year strategy for more than 750 UNESCO Biosphere Reserves across nearly 140 countries, covering 6% of the Earth's land surface — an area the size of Brazil. These sites are living laboratories where biodiversity is protected, sustainable development thrives, and indigenous knowledge is preserved. Immediately after the Congress, the International Coordinating Council of UNESCO's Man and the Biosphere Programme will designate new sites to join this global network, opening a new chapter for communities and ecosystems worldwide.   What? 5th World Congress of Biosphere Reserves and Designation of New Biosphere Reserves When? 22-28 September 2025 Where? Hangzhou, China Press Accreditation: Please register here before 13 August The link to the webcast will be available on the UNESCO website   Biosphere reserves are an essential component of UNESCO's mandate as the United Nations' organization for science. Each biosphere reserve promotes innovative local sustainable development solutions, protects biodiversity, and addresses climate disruption. They also support local and Indigenous communities through practices such as agro-ecology, water management, and the generation of green income.   Held every 10 years, the World Congress of Biosphere Reserves is the largest global meeting of its kind. This year's gathering will deliver a blueprint for how biosphere reserves will contribute to tackling biodiversity loss, climate disruption, and sustainable development challenges over the coming decade. Participants will explore how biosphere reserves can support the Kunming‑Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, while strengthening the role of Indigenous Peoples, local communities, and youth in environmental governance.   Following the Congress, the International Coordinating Council of UNESCO's Man and the Biosphere Programme will examine proposals and designate new biosphere reserves. Successful nominations will be added to the World Network of Biosphere Reserves, joining a global family of more than 750 sites in nearly 140 countries working together to address the world's most pressing environmental challenges.   Read more: UNESCO Biosphere Reserves 5th World Congress of Biosphere Reserves   Press contact François WIBAUX, f.wibaux@unesco.org, +33 (0) 1 45 68 07 46   UNESCO Newsroom All our press releases   Social media

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Fwd: 2026 ST&HV STS School: Call for Applications now open, closes 10 Dec 2025

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From: Thao Phan <thaophan03@gmail.com>

Applications now open for the 2026 ST&HV STS School, 22-25 June, Seoul

https://www.sthvschool.org/

Sponsor: Science, Technology, & Human Values

Hosted by: Department of Science Studies, Seoul National University and KAIST Graduate School of Science and Technology Policy

With support from: Korean Association of STS (KASTS) and AusSTS Network

Join a dynamic community of scholars for an immersive research and training program in Science and Technology Studies. The 2026 Science, Technology, & Human Values STS School <https://www.sthvschool.org/> will be held in Seoul, Korea on 22–25 June 2026, offering seminars, workshops, and keynotes designed to advance emerging STS scholars' research and professional careers. In particular, we invite late-stage postgraduate students and early career researchers to apply. Preference will be given to Asia-Pacific scholars.

To be considered, please submit an abstract (300 words max), a one-page CV, a biographical statement, and a support statement via Google Form.

Visit sthvschool.org or email sthvstsschool@gmail.com for more information. 

Applications are due December 10, 2025. All instruction will be in English.

Costs: There is no registration fee for successful applicants to the STS School. Financial support for travel to Seoul and accommodation during the school for non-local participants will be available, but it is limited and will be allocated based on need. Participants will be encouraged to find support from their home institutions so that priority can be given to participants with limited resources.

Dialogues on Development Management (DoDM 2025) I 21 August, New Delhi

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Dear All, Registrations are now open for Dialogues on Development Management (DoDM) 2025, hosted by ISDM on 21 August 2025 at the Dr. Ambedkar International Centre, New Delhi. DoDM is more than an event — it's a collaborative, one-of-a-kind space to reflect, question, and collectively imagine a better world. In 2024, over 800+ delegates, 100+ speakers, and 475+ organisations came together to co-create ideas that shape how we build, finance, govern, and lead for meaningful change. We're inviting you to be part of this year's gathering — designed to be open, accessible, for everyone. Register Now Pay what feelicss right for you At the heart of DoDM 2025 is a core question: How might we reimagine purpose, examine power, and unlock possibility in the work of development? The convening will feature four key tracks that go deep into questions that matter: The Art and Science of Decision Making: Explore how effective, data-informed, and decentralised decision-making can drive impact in complex development settings. The Art and Science of Decision Making: Engage and learn from sector leaders on managing intergenerational teams and building strategic middle management for resilient organisations Financing the Future of Social Change: Unlock strategies and practices to manage working capital, build trust, and flexible funding to drive your mission. Delivering Social Impact at Scale: Learn how to scale, assess and communicate impact in ways that are meaningful, credible, and context-driven. Each track is shaped in collaboration with practitioners, funders, and thinkers — and is designed as a space for co-creation. Come if you're seeking: A space to question, learn, and unlearn Diverse voices from across state, market, and community Dialogue that leads to shared understanding and actionable insight Let's build the development sector of the future — together. Reserve your spot now

Max Planck Postdoc Program 2025-26

Max Planck Postdoc Program

The Max Planck Postdoc Program offers early career researchers a range of benefits to help advance their scientific careers. These include, a guaranteed contract of at least three years, a targeted mentoring program with mentors from other institutes or industry, a career workshop within two years to explore options in science, industry, or entrepreneurship, access to career development and coaching from the Planck Academy and high-quality mentoring and supervision guidelines. The program introduces a new recruitment procedure with positions advertised collectively twice a year for six weeks, aligning with international standards and the typical timing of postdocs completing their degrees.

Application deadline: September 1, 2025

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Indo-German Funding Opportunity for Joint Research Projects in the field of Social Science Research

Indo-German Funding Opportunity for Joint Research Projects in the field of Social Science Research

In pursuance of the MoU signed between the Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR) and the German Research Foundation (DFG) Germany, proposals for joint Indo-German academic research projects in the field of Social Sciences and Humanities are invited. Proposals submitted by teams of principal investigators with some initial cooperation experiences are welcome. The objective of this programme is to promote and strengthen the research cooperation in the field of Social Sciences and Humanities between the two countries, by providing funding to allow joint research activities for internationally excellent research in relevant areas of mutual interest and benefit. This is a co-funding mechanism for the support of joint research projects between ICSSR and DFG. Applicants must be permanently employed in a research or academic position in a recognized research or academic institution – either publicly funded university/college, deemed universities recognized by the UGC or a publicly funded research institute or ICSSR research institutes/recognized institutes. They must also hold a PhD or equivalent qualification and have an interest in high quality research which may be evident by past studies, publications and academic background.

The collaboration opportunity will be open throughout the year with no deadline.

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Indo-Swiss Workshop on Research Integrity in the Age of AI | 10 October, New Delhi

Indo-Swiss Workshop: 'Research Integrity in the Age of AI'

When:  Friday, October 10, 2025, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Where: New Delhi, India

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About the Workshop: Academics, policymakers, publishers, and research institutions from India and Switzerland can register to participate in a workshop that explores what research integrity means in an era of rapid AI development. Swissnex in India, along with Frontiers and the Indian National Young Academy of Sciences (INYAS), is organising the Responsibility and Trust in the Age of AI workshop that will delve into how institutions, funders and publishers can uphold ethical standards in research; how AI affects publishing ethics, language accessibility and democratisation of research; and how cross-national collaboration can improve research practices and trust in science. Research integrity underpins the trust, credibility, and advancement of science. Without confidence in the research process and its outcomes, science cannot fulfil its potential to benefit society, drive prosperity, or protect the planet. The various stakeholders of research, as stewards of knowledge, are collectively accountable for safeguarding the ethical conduct of research. Integrity involves more than just data accuracy; it reflects the trustworthiness of the entire scientific enterprise. Addressing these responsibilities cannot happen in silos and the complexity of modern research requires collaborative engagement across borders and sectors. Transparent communication, shared best practices, and commitment to high standards are essential for sustaining public trust in science. At the same time, technological progress, particularly in data and AI, introduces powerful tools, but also raises important ethical questions. AI, in particular, holds promise for innovation while simultaneously posing significant challenges to research integrity. This workshop will bring together stakeholders from Switzerland and India to explore their roles in promoting responsible research. The idea is to spark dialogue, mutual learning and potential partnerships. A key outcome will be a white paper offering recommendations for stakeholders in both countries and potentially informing global efforts to strengthen research integrity.

Pacific Ocean tsunami: UNESCO's early warning system proves once again its effectiveness

PRESS RELEASE   Pacific Ocean tsunami: UNESCO's early warning system proves once again its effectiveness   Paris, 30 July 2025 – Following the powerful earthquake originating off the coast of Russia, UNESCO's early warning systems triggered a tsunami alert within just ten minutes. Thanks to this global monitoring system which UNESCO has been deploying for more than 20 years, as well as the Organizations's efforts to raise awareness among coastal populations and lead research in ocean science, millions of people were warned ahead of the coming danger.   On the night of 29-30 July, an 8.8-magnitude undersea earthquake struck off the coast of the Kamchatka Peninsula in Russia. This exceptionally powerful earthquake was the strongest recorded since the Tōhoku earthquake in Japan in 2011, and one of the ten strongest since 1900.   Just ten minutes after the earthquake, the Pacific Tsunami Warning System, coordinated by UNESCO, issued an initial warning covering the areas most at risk, particularly the Russian and Japanese coasts. This warning was then relayed by national centers and enabled the immediate implementation of evacuation plans in several countries.   Within twenty minutes of the earthquake, this system provided detailed forecasts of expected flood heights, and the alert was then extended to other countries bordering the Pacific Ocean. Many of these countries, including China, Indonesia, Mexico, the Philippines, Peru, the United States and New Zealand, then issued national alerts or carried out preventive evacuations.   "This timely alert once again demonstrates the crucial role of international scientific cooperation in the face of natural hazards. UNESCO oversees the global tsunami warning system, puts ocean science to work to protect millions of lives, and helps communities prepare for this risk," said Audrey Azoulay, Director-General of UNESCO.   In response to the potential damage caused by the tsunami, the Director-General has pledged UNESCO's support to coastal communities, particularly in preserving and restoring their natural and cultural heritage.   A responsive system that saves lives   Established after the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami which claimed more than 220,000 lives, the global tsunami warning system coordinated by UNESCO relies on a dense network of sensors, tide gauges, and regional warning centers. This system is based on an alert chain combining scientific expertise, international coordination, and the rapid response capacity of local authorities. It enables the smooth and efficient flow of information: from analysis centers to governments, then from authorities to exposed populations.   This system now covers the Pacific, Indian, Caribbean, Northeast Atlantic, and Mediterranean ocean basins.   Alerting, while also preparing and understanding   Beyond alerting communities when tsunamis occur, UNESCO is working to strengthen the resilience of coastal populations through several key initiatives. UNESCO's Tsunami Ready programme, implemented in 43 countries, trains coastal communities in tsunami risk prevention through evacuation plans, information campaigns, and local warning systems. Full-scale evacuation drills are regularly organized to test the effectiveness of warning systems and raise awareness among populations.   The Organization also actively supports scientific research in this field to better understand how tsunamis occur, move and impact coastal areas. Risk modelling, ocean observation and seabed mapping thus enable better management of these ocean disasters.   Learn more Alert, Prepare, and Understand: 20 Years of UNESCO Action on Tsunamis UNESCO's Tsunami Ready Programme UNESCO's Ocean Programmes 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 François Wibaux, f.wibaux@unesco.org, +33 1 45 68 07 46   UNESCO Newsroom All our press releases   Social media

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ZHCES-JNU Seminar on Mixing Methods to Enable Research Impact | 1 August at 03.00pm

Zakir Husain Centre for Educational Studies
School of Social Sciences

ZHCES Seminar Series

Mixing Methods to Enable Research Impact

Dr. Benjamin Matthew Alcott
Associate Professor, UCL Institute of Education
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Dr Jwalin Patel
Cofounder and Codirector of Together In Development & Education (TIDE) Foundation

 

Abstract: This session will focus on how to mix research methods (both quantitative and qualitative) to enhance our understanding of education policies and enable greater impact in improving them. Our main concern is that research that focuses too much on a single method and/or speaking primarily to academic audiences will typically struggle to effect real change in policy and practice related to teaching. We will share experiences from recent projects, including on teacher agency in Bihar, and aim for this to be an interactive seminar in which attendees are enabled to share their own experiences and opinions.

Bio: Dr Benjamin Matthew Alcott is an Associate Professor at the UCL Institute of Education. His research focuses primarily on global education policy, especially in South Asia and East Africa. Dr Alcott's methodological expertise lies in econometrics, mixed methods, and longitudinal research designs. He received his PhD in Higher Education Policy from the University of Michigan. Previously, Dr Alcott has held academic positions at the University of Cambridge and was a Senior Research Officer at UNESCO. 
Dr Jwalin Patel is a research scholar who has been working in the education developmental sector for the last 15 years. His research (as an associate professor at University of Trans-Disciplinary Health Sciences and Technology, and previously as postdoc, PhD, and MPhil at University of Cambridge, UK) focuses on systems and implementation research for holistic education, education for harmony, and social emotional learning. He is also the co-founder and co-director of Together In Development & Education (TIDE) Foundation, a grassroots  organization, which runs several programs including education direct education provision, teacher empowerment, school improvement, and development of learning materials for activity-based learning and education as/for/through social justice.

                  
DATE: 01 August, 2025 (Friday)
TIME: 03.00pm
Venue: #207, SSS-II, JNU
 

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Webinar on Confident, Data-Driven Decisions with Journal Citation Reports | 22 Jul

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Confident, Data-Driven Decisions with Journal Citation Reports A Smarter Way to Publish and Curate in 2025 Register now Join this free webinar on Jul 22 on 11:00AM IST Clarivate has released the 2025 update to the Journal Citation Reports (JCR) with this year's focus on A Smarter Way to Publish and Curate. In a scholarly publishing landscape shaped by rising retractions, predatory journals, and misuse of metrics, how can researchers and librarians make confident, data-driven decisions? Join this insightful webinar to explore how Journal Citation Reports (JCR) empowers you to evaluate journals with transparency, trust, and multidimensional intelligence. Whether you're submitting your first manuscript or managing institutional collections, JCR helps you navigate complexity with clarity. What will the webinar cover? Key trends in scholarly publishing and the growing need for research integrity How to use JCR's journal profiles to align with your research goals and audience The role of JIF, JCI, and visualizations in responsible research assessment Tools to support library curation and open access strategy What's new in JCR 2025: Retraction-aware JIF, unified rankings, and API integrations Stay ahead of the curve with the latest tools and insights that support ethical publishing, smarter submissions, and evidence-based collection development. Don't miss this opportunity to sharpen your publishing strategy and collection planning! Register now    Speaker Dr. Subhasree Nag Senior Business Solution Consultant Clarivate

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Centre for Studies in Science Policy
School of Social Sciences
Jawaharlal Nehru University
New Delhi - 110067, India

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विज्ञान नीति अध्ययन केंद्र, सामाजिक विज्ञान विद्यालय,

जवाहरलाल नेहरू विश्वविद्यालय, नई दिल्ली - 110067, भारत

Editor-in-Chief: Journal of Data Science, Informetrics, and Citation Studies (jcitation.org)

Editor/Book Review Editor, Journal of Scientometric Research (JSCIRES) (Scopus-indexed). 

Associate Editor, African Journal of Science, Technology, Innovation and Development (AJSTID) (Scopus-indexed).

Member, CODATA India National Working Group

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Web: www.anupkumardas.blogspot.com

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