Anticipating an inside look at multilateralism during Geneva Science Diplomacy Week
GESDA gears up for the fourth edition of its immersive learning and networking experience based on the dynamic science and diplomacy ecosystem of International Geneva. On the grounds of the Palais des Nations overlooking Geneva, Italian artist Michelangelo Pistoletto’s installation of 193 different stones, each bearing the name of a United Nations member nation, is […]
Press release #36: Two renowned members of the international research community, a geneticist and an environmental physicist, join the GESDA Foundation which presents its Geneva Public Portal to Anticipation from 13 April at the Osaka World Expo.
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Radar Spotlight: Tapping into the behavioral science of groups holds promise
Modern research tools, especially computational resources, are enabling deeper analysis of group behavior. (Mauro Mora/Unsplash) Tapping into the behavioral science of groups holds promise for enhancing cooperation and limiting conflict Over the next 25 years, we can anticipate several advancements in the study of group behavior that will benefit society, ranging from predictive tools […]
GESDA’s Anticipation Event in Singapore
Scientists, diplomats and policymakers met in Singapore last week to discuss the importance of technological breakthroughs to solve global challenges. The event, hosted by GESDA and the Swiss Embassy at the Swiss Club Singapore, provided guests with a deep dive into GESDA’s mission to use science anticipation to build an inclusive and sustainable future. It […]
Radar Spotlight: Altering our sense of place with the science of the origins of life
Star clusters like NGC 3603 provide important clues to understanding the origin of massive star formations in the early, distant universe. (NASA) Altering our sense of place with the science of the origins of life Life’s complexity is a product of evolution. Achieving a greater understanding of life’s origins through interdisciplinary research will help reveal […]
Radar Spotlight: The future of fusion: When might we ‘bottle’ the sun?
An artist’s rendering of laser beams entering through openings on either end of a hohlraum containing a target pellet. The beams induce nuclear fusion in the pellet by compressing and heating the target. (Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory) The future of fusion: When might we ‘bottle’ the sun? Fusion, often referred to as “putting the […]
New quantum game to train future leaders in anticipatory science diplomacy
Imagine if we had a way of seeing the future of science and technology? With it we could understand and act earlier to prepare for situations like what happened with artificial intelligence – a surge of applications almost no one anticipated or knew how to govern. It’s a serious card game — and so much […]
Radar Spotlight: Peering into the future of conflict prevention with predictive peacebuilding
Swiss artist R. Brandenberg sculpted “Frieden” (Peace) for a 1983 disarmament conference in Geneva. (J. Heilprin) Peering into the future of conflict prevention with predictive peacebuilding Using data science and AI, researchers are gaining a better understanding of the roots and warning signs of conflict. That is strengthening their ability to predict where conflict may […]
Geneva Science Diplomacy Week 2025
Anticipatory Leadership for a World Accelerated by Science and Technology Imagine a world where decision makers, business leaders, researchers, and citizens are empowered to harness the benefits of science and technology to build a more equitable and sustainable future for all. Join the 2025 Geneva Science Diplomacy Week to make this vision a reality for your country, your field, your […]
