International research organizations as a source of societal development and peace
In his lecture at IIASA, Maurizio Bona from CERN discussed the question “Science and diplomacy–two different worlds?”
From YSSP to Antarctica: Reflections on a year of science and travel
In 2017, Cecile Godde participated in both the IIASA Young Scientists Summer Program (YSSP) and Homeward Bound, a scientific leadership program that culminated in a trip to Antarctica. Here, she writes about her experiences.
India’s Unwanted Daughters
Nandita Saikia shares how being born an “unwanted” daughter inspired her to champion education to empower Indian girls to realize their own worth and capability.
Exploring the economics of the ‘Lisbon to Vladivostok’ idea concretely
Michael Emerson talks about the challenges of creating a common Eurasian economic space.
Rice and reason: Planning for system complexity in the Indus Basin
Alan Nicol explains why policymakers and stakeholders should work together to plan a prosperous, sustainable, and equitable future for those living in the Indus River Basin.
Impressions and messages from the Vienna Energy Forum and the R20 Austrian World Summit 2018
Beatriz Mayor, IIASA research scholar, shares her main insights and buzzwords from the Vienna Energy Forum and the R20 Austrian World Summit
How to achieve scientific excellence
W. Brian Arthur from the Santa Fe Institute (SFI), and a former IIASA researcher, talks about increasing returns and the magic formula to get really great science.
Intellectual property rights, copyrights, and open licenses
Luke Kirwan, Open Access Manager at the IIASA Library, explains the ins-and-outs of intellectual property rights and open access as we celebrate World Intellectual Property Day.
Monitoring urban greenspace with mobile phones
IIASA researchers are actively contributing to raising awareness of the importance of urban forests for quality of life through the LandSense project.
International Women’s Day at IIASA
International Women’s Day is celebrated worldwide every year on 8 March. This year, IIASA celebrated International Women’s Day with a panel discussion on women and sustainability
Emission reductions from fuel subsidy removal – the researchers respond to the debate
Jessica Jewell and her colleagues respond to the online debate surrounding their recent paper in Nature.
Less global inequality can improve climate outcomes
An analysis by IIASA researchers suggests that the energy-increasing effect of lowering inequality is more of a distraction than a concern.
Using Twitter data for demographic research
Dilek Yildiz explains how using social media data in social science research could provide insights into attitudes, behavior, social linkages and interactions between individuals.
Are all types of foreign investment driven by the same factors? The case for Mexico
What inspires investment in a foreign country?
Arctic Circle embraces the Arctic Futures Initiative
Hannu Halinen reflects on the progress of the IIASA Arctic Futures Initiative, which partnered with the Arctic Circle this year.