Plenary: 805

Connecting the Dots - Research Security and International Relations in a Warming Climate

Organized by: University of Manitoba
Panel Date: November 22, 2024
Speakers:
Dr. Andrea Charron
Dr. Philip Ferguson
Dr. Mario Pinto (moderator)
Dr. Christian Leuprecht
Michael Spence

Abstract:
The changing climate will require a global adjustment to the resulting environmental changes, as well as geopolitical and societal framework. Within this setting, different interests are drivers for policy development and international relations. Advancement in science will be critical to enable the development of new technologies providing resilience to the changes encountered and help society to adapt, overcome challenges, and explore new opportunities. On this background access to innovation, knowledge, and scientific advances will be of great importance, in particular with respect to economic and geopolitical interests.

The panel will discuss the impact that increased access to the north will have and how this impacts, for example, Canadas economic and territorial interests, as well the societal impact on indigenous communities. In this context the panel will reflect on the role that international relations and research security in a changing geopolitical context have. Although motivated through the impact of climate change on the Canadian north, the panel will provide insight into the global research security and international relation nexus, and how policy and regulation impact science, research partnerships, and society.

Summary of Conversations:
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Disclaimer: The French version of this text has been auto-translated and has not been approved by the author.