Lectures and seminars CASI-Webinar: What is science diplomacy and what role is appropriate for universities?
In a shifting geopolitical landscape, this webinar arranged by CASI, will explore the emerging concept of science diplomacy, its role in addressing global challenges, and how universities can foster international academic collaboration.
In a changing geopolitical context, science diplomacy is increasingly being discussed. Also, collaboration between science and diplomacy is required to solve global challenges such as climate change, food security, poverty alleviation and nuclear disarmament. Although the concept of science diplomacy is relatively new, related activities are not. But what is science diplomacy? What role should universities play? And how can it support international academic collaboration? This webinar will present concepts of science diplomacy, discuss the role of universities and how these activities can promote international academic cooperation.
Registration: For Zoom webinar
Speakers/Panel:
- Ewert Aukes, Assistant Professor, University of Twente, Author of the STINT report Science Diplomacy in and for Sweden 2022.
- Maja Fjaestad, Karolinska Institute, Appointed expert in one of the EU Commission´s science diplomacy working groups.
- Mikael Anzén, Ambassador for sustainable businesses and innovation, Ministry of foreign affairs.
- Kristina Eneroth, Pro Vice-Chancellor for Strategy and Global Affairs, Lund University.
Moderator:
- Johan Blaus, Senior Advisor Business Liaisons, KTH Royal Institute of Technology
This webinar is arranged by the CASI-project. More information about the CASI-project is available at The CASI project | Staff Pages (lu.se)