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Swiss Alliance for Global Research Partnerships (former KFPE) @globalresearch.scnat.ch · Aug 27

🌍 How can internships and applied research strengthen #GlobalEducation and build sustainable partnerships?

Our new publication with @BFE-HAFL shows that #engagement, #inclusivedesign and #coleadership are key 👉 globalresearch.scnat.ch/de/id/Spx3H?...

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Swiss Alliance for Global Research Partnerships (former KFPE) @globalresearch.scnat.ch · Aug 11

Swiss-African Science Diplomacy is a powerful driver of innovation and global collaboration. In our new Policy Brief you learn:
1️⃣How science diplomacy advances foreign policy and scientific cooperation.
2️⃣How Swiss-African science diplomacy can be strengthened.

Swiss TPH @swisstph.ch · Aug 11

New policy brief: Towards Strong Swiss–African
Science Diplomacy

Key recommendations:
1️⃣ Align strategies & clarify roles
2️⃣ Strengthen presence & secure funding
3️⃣ Drive learning through evidence-based monitoring

Read the full policy brief here: www.swisstph.ch/fileadmin/us...

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EADI @eadi.bsky.social · Jul 3

Take a quick look at our latest newsletter: Featuring @gvagrad.bsky.social's De/Colonising Palestine, our latest 🎧 Podcast & 📣Call, @soasdevelopment.bsky.social & @globalresearch.scnat.ch, picks on democracy by @odid-qeh.bsky.social, @giga-hamburg.de + others and more

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Centre for Development and Environment CDE, University of Bern @cdeunibe.bsky.social · Jul 3

Voices from the Global South should play a key role in the revisions of the @globalresearch.scnat.ch Guide. In our input (see report 👇), 5 partnership-experienced scholars from CDE’s wider Global South network reviewed the current Guide and provided recommendations for the next version: t.ly/lXWuW

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Swiss Alliance for Global Research Partnerships (former KFPE) @globalresearch.scnat.ch · Jun 23

We have now officially launched our new name: Swiss Alliance for Global Research Partnerships.

🌐 Visit our new website to learn more: www.globalresearch.ch

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Swiss Alliance for Global Research Partnerships (former KFPE) @globalresearch.scnat.ch · Jun 19

🔔 Introducing our new name: Swiss Alliance for Global Research Partnerships! Learn more about it during our Annual #Conference on 20 June ➡️ kfpe.scnat.ch/en
#GlobalResearch #GRP-Alliance

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Swiss Alliance for Global Research Partnerships (former KFPE) @globalresearch.scnat.ch · Jun 18

📰 Our latest #newsletter is online! Check out our latest updates with information on funding, events, publications and courses 👉 kfpe.scnat.ch/en/news

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Swiss Alliance for Global Research Partnerships (former KFPE) @globalresearch.scnat.ch · Jun 9

Different TWAS fellowships available—lasting from three months to three years—scientists from developing countries can gain invaluable experience working with prominent colleagues in other developing countries. @eadi.bsky.social @swisstph.ch @cdeunibe.bsky.social @scnat.ch
twas.org/opportunitie...

Postdoctoral Fellowships

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SCNAT @scnat.ch · May 27

Last week, Marcel Tanner's biography was launched at a tribute event honouring his contributions to #GlobalHealth 👏 As former president of @scnat.ch and @kfpe.scnat.ch, he also helped strengthen the ties between #science, #society, and #policy. Read more about his legacy below 👇

Swiss TPH @swisstph.ch · May 22

Yesterday, over 200 guests joined us at Swiss TPH to celebrate the legacy in of our former Director, Marcel Tanner, at the launch of his biography.

As #GlobalHealth funding declines & partnerships face pressure, the event served as a reminder to work together to ensure continued progress in health.

A Life for Global Health: Book Launch Celebrates Marcel Tanner’s Legacy

Over 200 guests gathered at the Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute (Swiss TPH) in Allschwil today to celebrate the launch of Marcel Tanner’s biography. The festive event...

www.swisstph.ch

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ETH Zurich @ethz.ch · May 5

At this year's Latsis Symposium, international experts from science and practice will discuss how science can contribute to improving living conditions worldwide and optimising humanitarian aid. 10–12 September 2025, ETH Zurich, Main Building, Audimax. Info & registration: ethz.ch/staffnet/en/...

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Swiss Alliance for Global Research Partnerships (former KFPE) @globalresearch.scnat.ch · May 2

The @snsf-ch.bsky.social is taking part in the Belmont Forum's Tropical Forests call for proposals, which supports research projects developing innovative solutions to address challenges faced in tropical forest regions.
@cdeunibe.bsky.social @eadi.bsky.social @scnat.ch

www.snf.ch/en/119z6teKC...

Belmont Forum: Tropical Forests call for proposals

The SNSF is taking part in the Belmont Forum's Tropical Forests call for proposals, which supports research projects developing innovative solutions to address challenges faced in tropical forest regi...

www.snf.ch

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Swiss Alliance for Global Research Partnerships (former KFPE) @globalresearch.scnat.ch · Apr 27

Plant pathologist Henry Sila Nzioki works to find a sustainable way to control a parasitic weed called Striga, which can devastate farmers’ harvests in Kenya.
@cdeunibe.bsky.social @eadi.bsky.social @zasb.unibas.ch @swisstph.ch @scnat.ch @cgdev.org
www.nature.com/articles/d41...

Sowing solutions: my quest to save Kenya’s maize from a devastating invader

Henry Sila Nzioki has developed a weed-killing fungus to improve food security.

www.nature.com

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EADI @eadi.bsky.social · Apr 16

"What we are asking for is a collective celebration of different knowledge traditions.”

Don't miss this TED Talk by Amitangshu Acharya from IHE Delft
www.un-ihe.org/news/ted-tal...

TED Talk on decolonising science

Decolonising science is not as hard as we may think, IHE Del

www.un-ihe.org

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Swiss Alliance for Global Research Partnerships (former KFPE) @globalresearch.scnat.ch · Apr 6

Every year, TWAS’s Regional Partners select up to 25 scientists younger than 40 as Young Affiliates. The honour is given to researchers from developing nations who show potential for a high-impact career.
twas.org/article/call...

@eadi.bsky.social @scnat.ch @snsf-ch.bsky.social @swisstph.ch

Calls for 2025 TWAS Young Affiliates are open

Early-career scientists can gain connections and opportunities through TWAS

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Swiss Alliance for Global Research Partnerships (former KFPE) @globalresearch.scnat.ch · Mar 28

This blog post explores and builds upon the findings of a workshop co-hosted between UniPID and EADI in the framework of the KFPE annual conference (2024) workshop series.
@eadi.bsky.social @zasb.unibas.ch @swisstph.ch @scnat.ch @swisstph.ch @snsf-ch.bsky.social
www.developmentresearch.eu?p=2184

Building Inclusive Partnerships: Key Strategies for Successful Funding Applications

By Roseanna Avento, Kelly Brito and Susanne von Itter In the realm of research and development, fostering inclusive global academic partnerships is crucial for addressing equity, diversity, and inc…

www.developmentresearch.eu

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Swiss Alliance for Global Research Partnerships (former KFPE) @globalresearch.scnat.ch · Mar 23

“In general, I think science is a great bridge between people, and between nations” says quantum physicist Roee Ozeri.
www.nature.com/articles/d41...
@cdeunibe.bsky.social @dinapomeranz.bsky.social @scnat.ch @petertaylor-uk.bsky.social @eadi.bsky.social @swisstph.ch @snsf-ch.bsky.social

‘Science is happening’: Israeli and Palestinian scientists continue collaborations amid conflict

From owl surveys to peer review, Israel’s researchers are maintaining regional and international ties despite boycotts and the risk of war resuming.

www.nature.com

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Swiss Alliance for Global Research Partnerships (former KFPE) @globalresearch.scnat.ch · Mar 19

📢 Last chance to submit your workshop proposal!

Our KFPE Annual Conference (June 20, 2025) will explore AI in global research partnerships. Submit your online workshop proposal (60–120 min) by March 23, 2025.

🔗 More info: kfpe.scnat.ch/de/id/guYYN

#AI #GlobalResearchPartnership

Call for workshop proposals

Save the Date: 20 June 2025 13:00-18:00 in Bern

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Swiss Alliance for Global Research Partnerships (former KFPE) @globalresearch.scnat.ch · Mar 14

📢 Call for Workshop Proposals – AI in Global Research Partnerships

Submit your proposal for the KFPE Annual Conference (June 20, 2025) by March 23, 2025. Topics: AI & multilingualism, qualitative data analysis, global teaching. Workshops (60–120 min).

🔗 More info: kfpe.scnat.ch/en/id/8iZKe?...

Call for workshop ideas

On 20 June 2025, the KFPE will hold its annual conference. This year we will focus on AI in Global Research Partnerships. In the weeks leading up to the conference, we will host a series of online wor...

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NORRAG @norrag.bsky.social · Mar 10

Our book series on International Education and Development is growing !

Transforming Development in Education: From Coloniality to Rethinking, Reframing and Reimagining Possibilities. 📚 NOW AVAILABLE 📚

📅 Join the discussion on March 18th
🗣️ENG, AR, EN, ES, FR, PT, RU, ZH
🔗

Book Launch - Transforming Development in Education: From Coloniality to Rethinking, Reframing and Reimagining Possibilities - NORRAG -

Tuesday 18 March 2025 14:00 to 15:30 CET Online Interpretation in Arabic, French, Mandarin, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish will be available. Automatically translated closed captioning in various…

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J-PAL @j-pal.bsky.social · Mar 7

Rethinking foreign aid: In a new op-ed, Abhijit Banerjee and Esther Duflo call for governments outside of the US, multilateral institutions, and philanthropists to take the lead on impactful and cost-effective foreign aid. buff.ly/gRYRszI

Abhijit Banerjee and Esther Duflo: Foreign aid can be effective without the US

[FREE TO READ] In the wake of USAID cuts, wealthy nations and individuals must take the reins

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Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF) @snsf.ch · Feb 28

#Malaria🦟keeps on killing.
Up to half a million people every year. Existing #vaccinations💉 are not very effective.

SNSF-funded researchers are now developing a #livevaccine that may knock out the pathogen.👊

📌 For more info : buff.ly/4ijLVJt

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EADI @eadi.bsky.social · Feb 27

It's newsletter time again - featuring @kfpe.scnat.ch's Evaluation of Research Partnerships, picks on work by @ids.ac.uk, @giga-hamburg.de, @iied.bsky.social, vacancies at @unrisd.org, @odid-qeh.bsky.social, @zefbonn.bsky.social and much more from us and our community
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Swiss Alliance for Global Research Partnerships (former KFPE) @globalresearch.scnat.ch · Feb 28

Call for workshop ideas. On 20 June 2025, the KFPE will hold its annual conference. We will focus on AI in Global Research Partnerships. @cdeunibe.bsky.social @swisstph.ch @snsf-ch.bsky.social @zasb.unibas.ch @eadi.bsky.social @scnat.ch @dinapomeranz.bsky.social

kfpe.scnat.ch/en/news/uuid...

Call for workshop ideas

On 20 June 2025, the KFPE will hold its annual conference. This year we will focus on AI in Global Research Partnerships. In the weeks leading up to the conference, we will host a series of online wor...

kfpe.scnat.ch

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Centre for Development and Environment CDE, University of Bern @cdeunibe.bsky.social · Feb 26

🌐🌱Just out: our factsheet "Key features of sustainable North-South funding instruments - towards an equitable landscape for global research partnerships", by CDE researchers and @kfpe.scnat.ch published by @scnat.ch 👇
@unibern.bsky.social

Swiss Alliance for Global Research Partnerships (former KFPE) @globalresearch.scnat.ch · Feb 26

Recommendations how research funding can contribute to high quality and transformative global research and how funding instruments contribute to co-created research, targeted capacity development and reduced institutional disparities.
👉 kfpe.scnat.ch/en/key_activ...
@cdeunibe.bsky.social @scnat.ch

Key Features of Sustainable North-South Funding Instruments

This factsheet provides practical recommendations for enabling conditions, fostering balanced partnerships, and achieving meaningful results. Key considerations include co-creating research agendas, p...

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Centre for Development and Environment CDE, University of Bern @cdeunibe.bsky.social · Feb 26

🎉Happy to present our new report on quality of global #research #partnerships - with recommendations for funding institutions. Thanks to @kfpe.scnat.ch and our esteemed partners in Kenya, Laos, Ethiopia, Myanmar for their so valuable contributions 🙏👇

Swiss Alliance for Global Research Partnerships (former KFPE) @globalresearch.scnat.ch · Feb 26

Research projects are better if they build on high quality research partnerships. Our latest report provides recommendations for funding institutions how to evaluate the quality of global research partnerships and what to evaluate.
👉 kfpe.scnat.ch/en/key_activ...
@cdeunibe.bsky.social @scnat.ch

Evaluating the Quality of Global Research Partnerships

This report provides recommendations for funding institutions to evaluate the quality of global research partnerships.

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