YSSP
IIASA Young Summer Scientists Program Blog
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.
Conversations in corridors: Attending the World Science Forum 2017
Nemi Vora reports back on discussing how international mentoring can help address worldwide inequalities.
Where are they now?
Lauren Hale, Young Scientist Summer Program 1996 alumna, on her current research and on working with IIASA again.
Parched: The war for water in Mexico City
With the water crisis worsening every year, Mexico City needs to find a solution before it runs out of water completely.
Cornelius Hirsch: Digging into foreign investment in agriculture
A young researcher reveals why land-grabbing is actually a misnomer for water-grabbing
What would an oil spill mean for the Arctic?
An oil spill could cause irreversible damage to Arctic wildlife, even altering world populations of the more vulnerable species
Spread of invasive species driven by trade and transport
Findings from a new study links spread of invasive species to global trade and transport development.
Disappearing Act: Bolivia’s second largest lake dries up
After Bolivia’s catastrophic drought, a YSSP explores how to help communities adapt
Falling fertility rates: Why do wealthier people have fewer children?
YSSP participant Sara Loo looks at the trend of falling fertility rates through the lens of cultural evolution
Interview: Living in the age of adaptation
Adil Najam on the need for adaptation and our failure to mitigate enough or in time