From sustainable pest control to global health diplomacy and the shifting geography of research, three upcoming webinars will explore how science is evolving to meet today’s challenges.

The webinars are organized by the TWAS Young Affiliates Network (TYAN) to highlight the growing role of collaboration, innovation, and the global South in shaping scientific agendas. The events will offer fresh perspectives on how knowledge is produced, shared, and applied worldwide.

First webinar
7 April - 8:00 AM (EST) Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Speaker: Prof. Giuliano Degrassi, PhD – Scientific Consultant, Peragros, Italy
Title: Production and application of Bacillus thuringiensis-based biological insecticides for sustainable pest control.

Join the Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89199762698?pwd=GcpbTeGxbiZzpokbZ6B8vca3rqVJBm.1
Meeting ID: 891 9976 2698
Passcode: tyan

Second webinar
21 April - 9:00 AM (EST)  Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Speaker: Prof. Quarraisha Abdool Karim (TWAS President)
Title: Science Diplomacy in Global Health: Lessons from South Africa

Join the Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83487685114?pwd=o77hIDobXhaKrGJMtsg7BgLQVbaeiA.1
Meeting ID: 834 8768 5114
Passcode: tyan

Third webinar
22 April - 8:00 AM (EST)  Time (US and Canada)
Speaker: Prof. Marcelo Knobel (TWAS Director)
Title: Changing Geography of Science

Join the Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83602566037?pwd=y1MQeyP6249DZAxMaliLiZQjYT013Z.1
Meeting ID: 836 0256 6037
Passcode: tyan

What is TYAN?

Launched in 2016, TYAN recognizes the most accomplished young scientists in regions across the developing world. Each year, TWAS—in collaboration with its five Regional Offices—selects up to 25 outstanding young scientists under the age of 40 as TWAS Young Affiliates, who remain part of the network for six years before becoming Alumni. Today, the network counts 153 Young Affiliates and 328 Alumni.