Twas in Action

The UNTBLDCs, the ICGEB and TWAS launch a 5-year programme to develop biotechnology and scientific skills in low-income countries confronting severe structural impediments to sustainable development.

The Nepali scientist is developing easy-to-use tests for chemical screening.

The Refugee and Displaced Scientists project continues to grow, laying the groundwork for a network launch in March 2021

The 2021 class is an unprecedented 46% women scientists, and over a quarter hail from under-represented countries in the South.

The Cameroonian applied mathematician’s work is broadly cited across scientific fields.

With his pioneering studies on the peaceful use of nuclear technology, Raoelina Andriambololona brought Madagascar to the international scientific scene.

The Chinese scientist’s genetic research charted the path to bigger, better rice yields.

Mariangela Hungria has committed her life and career to improving Brazilian agriculture and the economy, and to empowering women in soil science and agriculture.

TWAS awarded 23 scientists with the prestigious honours for their exceptional research achievements

The AAAS-TWAS science diplomacy programme is shaping a new generation of experts who could influence science policy across the globe.