Advising and Recommending
As an independent voice of science, the Leopoldina contributes to well-founded, responsible, and future-oriented decisions in politics and society. It is convinced that science provides important impetus for the well-being of all, for a democratic society, and for an environment worth living in. The Leopoldina brings this knowledge together and presents it in a way that is understandable and tailored to its audience. For state politics, federal politics, the heads of state and government of the G7, and all interested parties.
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Policy Advice in Germany ▸
Politics and society are constantly faced with the task of finding solutions to the challenges of our time. At the same time, science is delivering new insights at an unprecedented pace, enabling innovation and providing new impetus. This knowledge is almost impossible for laypeople or decision-makers to comprehend and is therefore often not directly usable. The Leopoldina's task is to bring together knowledge, evaluate it, and make it usable—through policy briefs, discussion papers, statements, events, and digital dossiers.
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International Policy Advice ▸
As Germany's National Academy of Sciences, the Leopoldina pools the latest scientific findings, evaluates them and integrates them into international political decision-making processes as recommendations and options for action.
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Science Diplomacy ▸
Science diplomacy combines science with foreign policy. It opens up spaces for dialogue where traditional diplomacy reaches its limits, builds bridges between societies and strengthens international partnerships beyond established political paths. The Leopoldina strengthens German and European foreign policy by providing scientifically sound advice.
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Standing up for Academic Freedom and Human Rights ▸
The Leopoldina actively advocates academic freedom and the human rights of researchers. Free research makes knowledge possible and drives innovation. It guarantees critical thinking and responsible behaviour.
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