Science and Diplomacy

Pierre-Bruno Ruffini

ISBN 10: 3319551035 / ISBN 13: 9783319551036

Published by Springer International Publishing AG, CH, 2017

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Science and Diplomacy
• Publisher: Springer International Publishing AG, CH
• Publication Date: 2017
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 3319551035
• ISBN 13: 9783319551036
• Binding: Hardback
• Edition: 1st ed. 2017.
• Condition: New
• Dimensions: 15.88W x 1.27H x 23.5D centimeters 15.88 centimeters width by 1.27 centimeters height by 23.5 centimeters depth

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Synopsis

This book examines in depth science diplomacy, a particular field of international relations, in which the interests of science and those of foreign policy intersect. Building on a wealth of examples drawn from history and contemporary international relations, it analyzes and discusses the links between the world of scientists and that of diplomats.

Written by a professor of economics and former Embassy counselor for science and technology, the book sets out to answer the following questions: Can science issues affect diplomatic relations between countries? Is international scientific cooperation a factor for peace? Are researchers good ambassadors for their countries? Is scientific influence a particular form of cultural influence on the world stage? Do diplomats really listen to what experts say when negotiating on the future of the planet? Is the independence of the scientist threatened by science diplomacy? What is a scientific attaché for?

About the Author

Pierre-Bruno Ruffini is a Professor of Economics at the University of Le Havre (France) 1992; Counselor for Science and Technology - Embassy of France in Russia (2007-2010) and Italy (2010-2013), President of the University of Le Havre 2000-2005.