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Seven Ways the War in Ukraine is Changing Global Science

Seven Ways the War in Ukraine is Changing Global Science

Impacts on research are being felt more widely than just in Ukraine and Russia.

"She Told Me, if She Couldn't Do Research, Her Life Would Be Finished"

"She Told Me, if She Couldn't Do Research, Her Life Would Be Finished"

Since March, dozens of researchers from Ukraine have been welcomed at Swiss universities through a special scheme organised by the Scholars at Risk network and the Swiss National Science Foundation.

Ukrainian Researchers Want to Shift the Focus of International Support from Crisis Response Mode to Rebuilding the Science Ecosystem

Ukrainian Researchers Want to Shift the Focus of International Support from Crisis Response Mode to Rebuilding the Science Ecosystem

While the EU scrambles to help researchers at risk fleeing Russia's war, Ukrainians are urging decision makers to turn their eyes to the situation in the country and start thinking about long-term support.

US Restricts Science Collaborations with Russia

US Restricts Science Collaborations with Russia

The U.S. is sunsetting research collaborations with Russia in response to its war against Ukraine, joining a coalition of countries that have already moved to restrict ties with research institutions affiliated with the Russian government.

EUROPEAN FUND FOR DISPLACED SCIENTISTS

EUROPEAN FUND FOR DISPLACED SCIENTISTS

The EFDS will provide funds to academic institutions in Europe that are willing and able to host displaced researchers from Ukraine.

President Zelensky Urges US Universities to Help Rebuild Ukraine's Higher Education System

President Zelensky Urges US Universities to Help Rebuild Ukraine's Higher Education System

Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky has urged universities in the US to provide the expertise in defence, cybersecurity, aeronautics and healthcare that is needed to rebuild his country's war-torn economy and infrastructure.

Ukraine: Holding Lectures While the Bombs Fall

Ukraine: Holding Lectures While the Bombs Fall

With the Russian army marching on his home city, a Ukrainian scholar must decide how to respond.

The War in Ukraine is Exposing Gaps in the World's Food-Systems Research

The War in Ukraine is Exposing Gaps in the World's Food-Systems Research

Russia's invasion is the latest threat to the stability of world food supplies. Researchers must act now to halt the cycle of repeated food crises.

The Importance of Science Diplomacy During Difficult Times

The Importance of Science Diplomacy During Difficult Times

If the vaunted features of science that are used rhetorically to promote and justify its status as an aid to international affairs are truly valued, it would be precisely in the most trying circumstances that science diplomacy should remain a viable alternative.

ERA4Ukraine: a One-stop-shop to Support Researchers of Ukraine

ERA4Ukraine: a One-stop-shop to Support Researchers of Ukraine

The Commission launched 'European Research Area for Ukraine' (ERA4Ukraine), a one-stop-shop for information and support services to Ukraine-based researchers and researchers fleeing Ukraine. 

Ukraine Invasion Triggers Push to Cut Science Ties With Russia

Ukraine Invasion Triggers Push to Cut Science Ties With Russia

Governments and science organizations around the world are grappling over the extent to which sanctions against Russia for its invasion of Ukraine should extend to scientific exchanges.

Commission Launches Support Platform for Ukrainian Scientists

Commission Launches Support Platform for Ukrainian Scientists

The European Commission today launched a portal that pulls together information and support services for researchers in Ukraine and those fleeing the Russian invasion of the country, amid calls for coordinated EU action. The portal offers help with finding housing, job opportunities and recognition of education qualifications.

Climate Change: 'Madness' to Turn to Fossil Fuels Because of Ukraine War

Climate Change: 'Madness' to Turn to Fossil Fuels Because of Ukraine War

UN Secretary General says climate goals are in danger if countries turn to coal because of Ukraine.

Ukrainian Researchers Pressure Journals to Boycott Russian Authors

Ukrainian Researchers Pressure Journals to Boycott Russian Authors

Most titles are still considering manuscripts irrespective of nationality - but Russia plans to remove a requirement for scientists to publish in foreign titles.

"You Can't Get Back Specimens": Ukrainian Scientists Rush to Save Irreplaceable Collections

"You Can't Get Back Specimens": Ukrainian Scientists Rush to Save Irreplaceable Collections

Researchers hide ancient weapons and bat skulls, and upload massive sets of data to international servers.

The View from Kyiv: Head of Ukraine's Research Agency Calls for International Help

The View from Kyiv: Head of Ukraine's Research Agency Calls for International Help

Science in Ukraine has come to a halt. Russia's invasion has crippled the country's newly established research agency and forced its leader to a bomb shelter in Kyiv.

Viewpoint: The Science World Should Keep Talking to Russia

Viewpoint: The Science World Should Keep Talking to Russia

"We respect Ukrainian statehood … and we treat the European choice of our neighbours with understanding." So said some 650 Russian scientists and science journalists in an open letter last week criticising Moscow's onslaught against Ukraine.

Will Musk's Starlink Save Ukraine, SpaceX Save the ISS?

Will Musk's Starlink Save Ukraine, SpaceX Save the ISS?

Tech tycoon Elon Musk has indicated he will protect the internet in Ukraine and the world from the International Space Station if it crashes to Earth. But how?