Transcript Asymmetric Carbonylation and Cyclization Reactions

IAP: The Global Network of
Science Academies
Howard Alper
Co-Chair, IAP
Chair, Government of Canada’s Science,
Technology, and Innovation Council
IAP is the global network of science academies, formed
in 1993.
Primary goals are to:
 Work with member academies to advise decision makers
and the public on the scientific, and science policy,
aspects of major global issues
 Catalyze and facilitate international cooperation in
science
 Empower academies to serve their nations for the
benefit of their societies through programs, position
papers/statements, partnerships, and networks
IAP Programs
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
Science education
Science communication
Water
Building capacities for academies –
strengthening existing academies and creating
new ones
Working with nations to develop science,
technology, and innovation strategies
Statements and Briefs
To educate and inform society on timely issues
e.g. Statements
a)
b)
Ocean acidification (2009)
Health of Mothers and Children (2003)
e.g. Short reports or briefs
a)
A new initiative
Workshops
Conducted in relation to programs, statements,
or InterAcademy Council reports including
Energy, and Women for Science
Regional Networks
Continental networks, affiliated to IAP, are
responsible for assuring success of programs and
other initiatives.
Examples include
1) IANAS: InterAmerican Network of Academies of Science
2) NASAC: Network of African Science Academies
3) AASA: Association of Asian Science Academies
4) EASAC: European Academies Science Advisory Council
IAP – World Economic Forum
Young Scientists Initiative
2008 – 40 YS at Summer Davos in China
2009 – 52 YS
2010 – 58 YS
2011 – in progress
Legacies
2008 – Scientist / Entrepreneuer Partnerships
2009 – Global Young Academy
2010 – Science Ambassadors Program
The WEF experience is a unique one for YS. They interact with young
global business leaders, social innovators, and technology pioneers.