Today, on the United Nations International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction, we call for a renewed focus on disaster diplomacy and collaboration. This year has seen record-breaking disasters—floods, wildfires, hurricanes, and heatwaves worldwide. Here in New York, we are especially concerned about the impact and distress caused by hurricanes in southern states, affecting many of our loved ones. As crises grow more interconnected with climate change, health emergencies, and geopolitical tensions crossing borders, collaboration is essential. The International Science Reserve is committed to ensuring scientific cooperation in these times of crisis. Our network of 15,000+ members across 100+ countries work to help stakeholders understand disaster risk, strengthen the ability of leaders to manage it, and make the case for investing in disaster risk reduction. Join our Digital Hub to discuss hurricane preparedness, response, and recovery, and share a special #IDDR badge to raise awareness: https://lnkd.in/edzxKatF
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Gathering extraordinary people to drive solutions to society’s challenges by advancing research, education & policy.
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For 200 years—since 1817—the Academy has brought together extraordinary people working at the frontiers of discovery. Among the oldest scientific organizations in the United States, it has become not only an enduring cultural institution in New York, but also one of the most significant organizations in the global scientific community. Throughout its history, the Academy's Membership has featured thinkers and innovators from all walks of life, including U.S. Presidents Jefferson and Monroe, Thomas Edison, Charles Darwin, Margaret Mead, and many more. Today, the Academy numbers over 20,000 Members in 100+ countries, with a President's Council that includes 36 Nobel Laureates, and a distinguished Board of Governors comprised of leaders from business, academia, and philanthropy. The mission of the New York Academy of Sciences is to drive innovative solutions to society's challenges by advancing scientific research, education and policy.
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- Science, Events, Scientific Publishing, STEM, Convening, Research, Education, Career Development, and mentorship
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One month away!📢 1 in 5 adults in the United States is facing a mental health challenge, highlighting the growing importance of developing skills to recognize, understand, and address signs of mental health issues in adults. Join us on November 12 for Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) - an interactive full-day training program designed to help individuals identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health issues and substance use disorders in adults. Similar to First Aid and CPR training, MHFA can allow STEM students, educators, and professionals to assist their students, peers, and colleagues who may be experiencing an acute mental health issue. Learn more and register: https://lnkd.in/enQJVXRn
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Our 15th Annual Machine Learning Symposium is just ONE week away! ⌛ Dive into the wide range of #MachineLearning applications, including natural language processing, search engine optimization, medical diagnosis and treatment, financial fraud detection, and stock market analysis. This cutting-edge symposium will feature keynote presentations from leading researchers in both applied and theoretical Machine Learning from IBM Research, University of Maryland, Columbia University, and Google Research NY, spotlight talks across a variety of topics at the frontier of Machine Learning, and poster presentations. Register now to secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/eB6sBDNf
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Research demonstrates that the lack of diversity in STEM fields is a significant barrier to innovation. This necessitates active efforts to include individuals from all backgrounds and ensure we all have equitable opportunities to participate, contribute, and succeed in science, math, engineering, and technology. We invite you to join us on October 23 for the first session of our Inclusion in STEM series! We'll dive into a few of the many topics that are essential for actively cultivating a culture of inclusion in STEM. No matter the stage you are in your career, whether a student, fellow, or working professional, learning about and implementing inclusive practices will enrich your work and perspective. 🙏👥 Register now: https://lnkd.in/eU9nQ83e
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What is the Future of Research Building Design? The results are in!
A lab designed for collaboration. A healthy, sustainable research building. Flexibility to adapt to any need. Understanding scientists’ preferences in the workplace is critical to ensure that research buildings are sound real estate investments, promote innovation, and support well-being. Yet despite a predicted $90 billion being spent on lab construction over the next ten years, no comprehensive survey has been conducted to understand what scientists want at work. Until now. We partnered with The New York Academy of Sciences to survey 1,059 scientists from the organization’s global community. When paired with design solutions, the responses provide valuable insights into how research buildings can be built differently. Read more about what we learned—and how our findings can be applied to create the research buildings of the future—here: https://lnkd.in/gu5mmCCJ And stay tuned for more survey insights related to remote work, technology and sustainability coming in January. #workspace #science #research #labdesign #architecture #nyasciences #nbbjdesign
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Are you passionate about preparing scientists for crisis response and mitigation? The International Science Reserve is looking for a Program Manager in the NYC area to join their team - details to apply below! 👇
Do you want to help us grow our network of over 11,000 scientists worldwide? We are looking for a NYC-based Program Manager to join the ISR team that is scientifically informed, results-driven, and passionate about preparing scientists for crisis response and mitigation. Apply today! 👉 https://lnkd.in/eydd9syb
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We're celebrating 15 years of advancing #MachineLearning research at our 15th Annual Machine Learning Symposium on October 18 at the New York Academy of Medicine! 🙌 Join us in just two weeks for a day of keynote presentations, spotlight talks, and poster presentations on #MachineLearning's wide range of applications - including natural language processing, medical diagnosis and treatment, financial fraud detection, and more. Featuring keynote speakers from IBM, University of Maryland, Columbia University, and Google Research New York! Read more and register for this year's event: https://lnkd.in/emifXaHR
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Just two weeks left to apply!⏳ The Leon Levy Scholarships in Neuroscience aim to promote groundbreaking neuroscience research in the five boroughs of New York City. The scholarships support the most innovative young researchers at a critical stage of their careers—their postdoctoral research—as they develop the new ideas and directions that will help establish them as independent neuroscientists. All materials must be submitted by October 18, 2024. Scholarships for the 2024 cohort of Scholars will run from September 1, 2025 to August 31, 2028. Learn more & apply: https://lnkd.in/eHWY2g4H
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Enter the mystical and magical world of Artificial Intelligence at this event 📚 Join us on December 4 for a compelling discussion on #AI - featuring Dr. Alok Aggarwal of Scry AI, in part of the Tata Knowledge Series on AI & Society. We'll explore science behind #AI and Dr. Aggarwal's new book - The Fourth Industrial Revolution & 100 Years of AI (1950-2050): The Truth About AI & Why It's Only a Tool. Dr. Alok Aggarwal – one of the early innovators and developers in this field sets out to demystify #AI by explaining its history, capabilities, and limitations. Aggarwal will explain the science and engineering behind AI in non-technical terms, making this an accessible discussion for a diverse audience! Don't miss it! Register now: https://lnkd.in/deAg-YRs
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The New York Academy of Sciences reposted this
Executive Director of the International Science Reserve at the New York Academy of Sciences; Co-founder of Planet Reimagined; and Climate and Human Rights Professor, Columbia University
In this issue of the Crisis Response Journal, I wrote about how serious games can teach policy-makers better decision-making based on scientific information. For #ClimateWeekNYC, I'm thinking about tools we need to bring everyone into the movement: science is key to finding solutions. At The New York Academy of Sciences we find that bigger the crisis, the more researchers and scientific institutions want to get involved. The International Science Reserve offers that opportunity.
📢 Our September 2024 issue is now live! https://lnkd.in/dvJyaCBk This edition delivers an exploration of crime’s evolving and unending influence around the world. Matthew Porcelli highlights unpredictable crime can be tackled with effective security strategies. Matt Minshall explains that the imbalance in resources leads to crime waves. Roger Gomm QPM reviews the Southport riots in the UK. Jeannie Barr MEPS comments on the role of crime in eroding community trust and the growing challenge for resilience professionals. Lina Kolesnikova examines the terror attacks on places of worship in Dagestan, Russia. Andy Blackwell reports on how organised crime syndicates are infiltrating civil aviation. Lucy Cuthbertson dissects Japan’s low crime rate to see whether all is as it seems. Lubna Jerar Naqvi notes that tough legislation isn't enough to curb rape and murder in South Asia. The practice of child marriage persists in India, according to Annabel Sofer. Michael Harris looks at white-collar crime and its growth. While Carlos Alberto de Araujo Gomes and Elton Cunha examine organised crime in Latin America. James Lodge FBCI looks at how businesses can deal with disruptions that range from peaceful protests to violent demonstrations. Caroline Field writes that the UK must address risks such as cyberattacks, misinformation, climate change, and so on. Amanda Coleman takes on the crisis of public trust in policing and law enforcement across the globe. Marco Chan and Gail Rowntree SFHEA, MEPS examine the importance of airport preparedness when it comes to aviation emergencies. Patricia Smith notes that compassion fatigue without self-care can make frontline jobs increasingly difficult. Robert McAlister FRGS Assoc CIPD and Dr. Hendrie Weisinger explore the negative effect of pressure on performance. MARCOS LEANDRO KAZMIERCZAK reviews climatic events that have hit Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, between 1994–2023. Anderson Silva, CBCP, PFSO, explores the severe shortcomings in disaster preparedness, risk mapping, and infrastructure management during the May flood in Brazil, while Andre Pugas reviews the use of drones and search dogs in rescue operations. Zixin Xiong investigates rising crime rates in low-income countries post floods. Annabel Sofer examines the uptick in human trafficking owing to climate-induced issues. Keyaan Williams highlights the need for effective identity and access management strategies. Andrew Blades FRSA GAICD emphasises managing the consequences of disruptions. Minhaj Aman dissects the evolution from ‘Smart’ to ‘Digital’ Bangladesh and how this progress was coupled with increasing digital authoritarianism. Mila Rosenthal looks at the role gamification can play in helping scientists and policymakers practice decision-making during public health crises. Luavut Z. speaks to Dr. Iain Overton on his career shift from conflict journalism to leading Action on Armed Violence.