"I've been interested in science policy ever since I decided to pursue a PhD in Earth system science. This field tries to tackle the grand challenges facing the planet."

Shane Coffield is a postdoc at the University of Maryland and NASA Goddard Space Flight Center and a previous participant in NSPN's #SciDip training programs. Read more about how Shane has used his NSPN experiences to propel a #SciPol and diplomacy career: https://www.scipolnetwork.org/nspn/shane-coffield-sparks-a-global-impact-through-nspns-science-diplomacy-programs/r/recfDwMWSRy5jko1I?utm_source=social2403&utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=mastodon

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The #SciPol Group at UCSF educates students, postdocs, and staff about the connections between science and policy in their local community and beyond. On our blog, team members Sneha Rao and Rachel Murro share the group's recent successes and upcoming plans: https://www.scipolnetwork.org/nspn/ucsf-science-policy-group-provides-education-and-advocacy-opportunities-in-science-policy/r/reciLaCsAMHD6Gyt7?utm_source=social2312&utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=mastodon

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It's #FundingFriday - check out our #FeaturedMember! 💸

Marialena Christopoulou used our Professional Development Fund to strengthen her professional connections and skills surrounding #diplomacy.

Learn more and apply for your own #SciPol #ProfessionalDevelopment funding: https://www.scipolnetwork.org/funds?utm_source=social2310&utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=mastodon

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The final event of our #DataDiplomacy Series, "Data for Crisis, Security, and Recovery," was held against the backdrop of the Russo-Ukrainian war and digital societies of Eastern Europe. On our blog, Anastasia Bernat reflects on the event: https://www.scipolnetwork.org/nspn/a-data-tale-of-two-post-soviet-union-countries-ukraine-and-estonia/r/rec6YvyQaEwjJH9Ln?utm_source=social2310&utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=mastodon

#Data #Diplomacy #ScienceDiplomacy #SciDip #Policy #SciencePolicy #SciPol #InternationalRelations #Tech #TechPol #TechPolicy #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #Blog #Blogging #Webinar #SciPolNetwork

"Our members have been working diligently on policy reports addressing various science policy challenges. Our aim is to contribute evidence-based recommendations to policymakers and the broader scientific community."

Read more about how Yale students foster a more informed electorate with the power of science: https://www.scipolnetwork.org/nspn/yale-students-foster-a-more-informed-electorate-through-science/r/rec0naJyhK36QROl9?utm_source=social2310&utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=mastodon

#SciPol #SciencePolicy #Policy #SciDip #ScienceDiplomacy #Diplomacy #SciComm #ScienceCommunication #Advocacy #Community #Training #Career #Engagement #Vote #GOTV

"I have always been interested in the intersection of physical and social science. Seeing that many policymakers are using rigorous scientific evidence to draft policies that reach the goal of serving the public interest excites me."

Read more about how NSPN member Nick Zhang makes global connections: https://www.scipolnetwork.org/nspn/nick-zhang-makes-global-connections-through-nspn/r/recN2xUzEM6R7y0xe?utm_source=social2310&utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=mastodon

#SciDip #ScienceDiplomacy #Diplomacy #International #SciPol #SciencePolicy #Policy #Training #Community #Career #ProfessionalDevelopment #ProfDev #Advocacy #Engagement

I'm on a panel next week to discuss Canada x quantum x international opportunities.

The benefits of int'l collaboration are obvious, but there are a lot of pieces that need to fit together in order to make it happen.

#SciPol #CdsSci #Quantum #SciDip
https://sciencepolicy.ca/event/canadas-quantum-strategy-and-international-collaboration/

Happy #NationalNonProfitDay! Thank you to our staff, leadership, members, and partners for joining us as we build a community centered on #SciPol training and careers.

Join us to empower the next generation of science policy leaders: https://scipolnetwork.org/membership?utm_source=social2308&utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=mastodon

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Missed a recent NSPN event? Check out our YouTube channel! Many events are recorded and posted here for public access.

In this video, our #SciDip Committee explores how the use of data intersects with sustainability and #ClimateChange: https://youtu.be/Zy86OpYFnBQ

#ClimateCrisis #Climate #Sustainability #Diplomacy #Science #STEM #Data #Technology #Tech #TechNews

Are you interested in #Policy, #PublicPolicy, #science, #STEM, and their intersections? Consider joining the National Science Policy Network!

We're an association of civically engaged individuals and local chapters committed to strengthening the role of science in society. We'd love to welcome you into our network founded and led by early-career scientists and engineers.

Learn more about our community and join us: https://www.scipolnetwork.org/membership?utm_source=social2307&utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=mastodon

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