April 2025

Call for Applications – National Prize for Future Technologies and its International Branch “Discovery” The Directorate of Academic Cooperation and Exchange has announced a call for applications for the National Prize for Future Technologies and its international branch “Discovery,” launched by the Russian Private Vyzov Foundation. This prize is intended to recognize researchers whose discoveries have significantly contributed to the advancement of global science. Prize amount: 12 million Russian rubles (approximately USD 142,000). Application deadline: May 21, 2025. Registration and information: https://vyzovprize.com Appel à candidature au programme VYZOV 2025 à diffuser SE

Invitation to the Call for Participation in the UNEP Consultative Workshop on Solar Radiation Modification     As part of promoting the participation of faculty and permanent researchers in international scientific events, I am pleased to forward to you, for distribution within your respective institutions, the call for participation in the consultative workshop and science-policy dialogue on solar radiation modification, jointly organized by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the World Meteorological Organization (WMO). Date: May 19-20, 2025. Location: WMO Headquarters, Geneva, Switzerland. Format: Hybrid (in-person & online).        This workshop aims to bring together experts, researchers, and decision-makers to share experiences and build capacity in the field of risk management related to solar radiation modification.       Permanent professors and researchers working in this field are invited to register by April 14, 2025, via the following link: https://indico.un.org/event/1015631/ Please find attached the explanatory guide regarding the registration process. Note_Workshop Slar Radiation