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The blog is an informal outlet for IIASA researchers and the wider IIASA global network to share their research, insights, and perspectives. It does not necessarily represent the official views or position of the institute.

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25 September 2024

How policymakers make informed decisions for climate action

Have you ever wondered how policymakers make informed decisions for climate action? "That’s an easy one," you might say. "With science of course!" But even for scientists, understanding the world's climate is complex, and forecasting potential future developments is even more so. IIASA 2024 Science Communication Intern, Moritz Boeswirth explored this topic.

Energy, Climate, and Environment (ECE) Sustainable Service Systems (S3) Integrated Assessment and Climate Change (IACC) Integrated Climate Impacts (ICI) Global Biosphere Management Model (GLOBIOM) Greenhouse Gas and Air Pollution Interactions and Synergies (GAINS) Model for Energy Supply Strategy Alternatives and their General Environmental Impact (MESSAGEix) Shared Socioeconomic Pathways Scenario Database (SSP)

19 September 2024

Spotlight on Amrutha G.S. — YSSPer and Jyoti and Kirit Parikh Fellow at IIASA

For over 45 years, the IIASA Young Scientists Summer Program (YSSP) has offered opportunities for PhD students to learn about systems analysis and hone their professional skills at IIASA. As this year’s summer term comes to an end, IIASA science writer Vladimir Tarakanov interviewed Amrutha G.S., 2024 YSSP participant and Kirit Parikh Fellow, to learn more about her experiences at the Institute this summer.

Economic Frontiers (EF)

Modern city with eco-friendly architecture: green facades, rooftop gardens, integrated public transportation systems, and urban design prioritizing climate resilience

04 September 2024

The role of urban green spaces as nature-based solutions in Korea and Germany

Imagine a city where every neighborhood has lush green spaces that not only beautify the area but also improve the quality of life for its residents. How can we work together to make this vision a reality? Jaewon Son, a participant in the 2024 IIASA Young Scientists Summer Program shares insights into this important question.

Population and Just Societies (POPJUS) Equity and Justice (EQU) YSSP Germany Korea (Republic of)

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29 August 2024

Experiencing the science that we write about

IIASA researcher, Linda See, shares her experiences at the coalface of where plastic pollution is collected by volunteers during a beach cleanup event.

Network Advancing Systems Analysis (ASA) Novel Data Ecosystems for Sustainability (NODES) Ghana Sub-Saharan Africa Regional Member Organization (SSARMO)

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22 August 2024

First Summer School for Systems Modeling presented at IIASA

IIASA’s first-ever Summer School for Systems Modeling took place at the IIASA premises in Laxenburg, Austria from 15-26 July 2024. Kirsten Glenn, Capacity Development Coordinator in the IIASA Capacity Development and Training Unit reflects on the successful completion of this new IIASA initiative.

Capacity development Summer schools Austria

21 August 2024

Spotlight on Nina Fefferman: 2024 Peter de Jánosi Visiting Fellow

To maximize the benefits of having experienced researchers from US institutions visiting IIASA as part of the Peter de Jánosi Fellowship, the current fellow was selected to train the next generation of young scientists as part of the first IIASA Summer School for Systems Modeling. IIASA Science writer, Vladimir Tarakanov, sat down with Nina Fefferman to get her first impressions of the Institute.

Postdoc Summer schools YSSP

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31 July 2024

What are we talking about when we talk about justice?

Prompted by a colleague’s question about whether justice is the same as ethics, Elliott Woodhouse sheds light on the nuances of justice as a specific approach to ethics and introduces the IIASA justice framework, a comprehensive tool for systems analysts to integrate justice considerations into their work.

Population and Just Societies (POPJUS) Equity and Justice (EQU) IIASA/EQU Justice Framework

25 July 2024

Exploring circularity through science and art: CircEUlar project at the Vienna Climate Summit

The first Vienna Climate Biennale took place from April to July. CircEUlar was one of the scientific partners of the Biennale, contributing insights on the potential of circular economy strategies to combat climate change. Project coordinators Marina Jovanovic and Volker Krey reflect on the 100-day festival and the unique collaboration between science and art.

Energy, Climate, and Environment (ECE) Integrated Assessment and Climate Change (IACC) Austria

17 July 2024

Biodiversity lessons from nature

IIASA researchers Silvia Artuso and Juliette Martin reflect on a recent workshop presented at the Institute as part of the IIASA School Engagement Initiative, during which they introduced students to systems analysis and took them on an adventure to explore the amazing biodiversity of Laxenburg park.

Biodiversity and Natural Resources (BNR) Water Security (WAT) Biodiversity, Ecology, and Conservation (BEC) Population and Just Societies (POPJUS) Equity and Justice (EQU) School visits Austria

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