What science diplomacy is and why it looks different now

Understanding science diplomacy today: Part 1 of a five-part introductory series.

Scientific knowledge and international relations increasingly intersect in areas of cooperation, competition, and governance. (SpaceX/Unsplash)

Science diplomacy is how nations use research, knowledge, and technical skills to work together. It has helped shape world politics for a long time, from nuclear weapon rules and environmental laws to health and …