The Brazilian physicist is an experienced academic leader and strong advocate for science communication and higher education
Marcelo Knobel joins UNESCO-TWAS as executive director
The skills to help African science flourish
A TWAS workshop in Senegal equipped 62 research grantees with skills to promote sustainable development through scientific research
TWAS grants: A force for African science
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TWAS president launches celebrations for the Academy’s 40th Anniversary
During her visit to Trieste, TWAS President Quarraisha Abdool Karim marked the Academy’s 40th anniversary with discussion on public health issues
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Marcelo Knobel joins UNESCO-TWAS as executive director
TWAS president launches celebrations for the Academy’s 40th Anniversary
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TWAS is the hub for a global network of scientists and organizations working to advance science in the developing world
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