2018-2019 Jefferson Science Fellowships Distinguished Lecture Series

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2018-2019 Jefferson Science Fellowships Distinguished Lecture: Jacqueline McLaughlin

January 28, 2020

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (ET)

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A Retrospective, Mixed-Methods Impact Analysis of the U.S. Embassy Science Fellows Program

The U.S. Embassy Science Fellows (ESF) Program dispatches American federal science and technology experts abroad to support and advance U.S. mission strategic priorities. Since its inception in 2001, 21 U.S. Government agencies and approximately 550 Fellows have participated in this program. The ‘boots-on-the-ground’ science diplomacy actions of the ESF program help advance American science and foreign policy interests, promote cooperation with U.S. allies and partners, and highlight American scientific leadership and excellence. The goal of this research was to use a mixed-methods research approach to evaluate these claims using (1) almost two decades of recorded logistical data; (2) quantitative and qualitative survey data measuring past fellows’ perceptions of their ESF experience, (3) and, the personal reflections of this JSF – who not only managed the 2019 ESF cycle but served as an ESF herself to Embassy Bucharest in the area of STEM education and workforce enrichment.

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Leah Probst

(202) 334-2652
lprobst@nas.edu

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It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Lecture

2018-2019 Jefferson Science Fellowships Distinguished Lecture: Gad Perry

December 10, 2019

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (ET)

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Urbanization: Scoping the Challenges and Opportunities for Foreign Assistance

With relatively little fanfare, urban living has become the norm for most of humanity. Today, the most rapidly urbanizing regions of the world are in Africa and Asia. As they seek to achieve long-term development and humanitarian goals, urbanization will present a host of opportunities and challenges for the United States and other international donors. The talk will describe ongoing work to identify specific ways that foreign assistance can be tailored to address projected trends and challenges of urbanization in an effective and efficient manner that protects long-term U.S. interests.

Contact

Leah Probst

(202) 334-2652
lprobst@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Lecture

2018-2019 Jefferson Science Fellowships Distinguished Lecture: Elisabeth Smela

October 15, 2019

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (ET)

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Smart Cities and Their Technologies: An Introduction to Smart Cities and the Technologies Needed to Implement Them

Rapid urbanization brings not only economic opportunities but also challenges to city operations, including to transportation, water, energy, health care, and the delivery of city services. Digital technologies may help in addressing these challenges, allowing data to be collected and analyzed to manage and adapt municipal services. This seminar, after answering the question “What is a smart city?,” will explain some of the key technologies that will be employed in implementing smart cities: 5G, IoT, machine learning.

Contact

Leah Probst

(202) 334-2652
lprobst@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Lecture

2018-2019 Jefferson Science Fellowships Distinguished Lecture: Stephen Silliman

July 9, 2019

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (ET)

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Twenty Years of Partnership in Benin, West Africa: Interplay of Partner Trust and Programming Potential

This presentation focuses on the interplay between the development of mutual trust and respect among stakeholders in increasingly complex development initiatives. It will highlight the efforts of a 20-plus years international collaboration and discuss how it evolved into a multifaceted approached to manage water resources in Benin, West Africa.
The continued partnership among U.S. and Benin faculty, leaders from Beninese NGO, government agency, and local leaders has seen the completion of a diverse set of projects, including: successful, government-led well drilling in over 30 rural communities, community-based water quality sampling, development of a new graduate-studies program at the Benin University, support of small business opportunities in rural villages, and ongoing studies of long-term sustainability of coastal, urban water resources.

Contact

Leah Probst

(202) 334-2652
lprobst@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Lecture

2018-2019 Jefferson Science Fellowships Distinguished Lecture: June Pilcher

May 28, 2019

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (ET)

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The Human Part of the Equation: Impact on Resilience and Self-Awareness

Why do some of us give up while others forge on? What side effects did the increase in global communication and global exposure have on different people and societies? Why didn’t we predict these side effects? Why is money only part of the solution? There are so many more possible questions that are incredibly difficult to answer that all relate back to what it is to be human. This seminar will cover a few of the basic “truths” of being human and how they affect USAID’s personnel and mission. We will explore the impact of how the human brain interprets our world, ourselves, and each other. The seminar will conclude with some "brain-wise" suggestions for improving resilience and self-awareness.

Contact

Leah Probst

(202) 334-2652
lprobst@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Lecture

2018-2019 Jefferson Science Fellowships Distinguished Lecture: Peter Hirst

April 23, 2019

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (ET)

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Increasing Youth Inclusion in Agriculture

About 80% of youth live in lower and middle income countries (LMICs) and their unemployment rate is often twice that of the overall population. In these LMICs, most jobs in the short-term are likely to be the result of agriculture-led growth. As in the United States, many youth in the developing world do not view "agriculture" as a viable or attractive career path. In this seminar we will explore some of the barriers to youth development and some of the approaches USAID is taking to help youth achieve their potential.

Contact

Leah Probst

(202) 334-2652
lprobst@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Lecture

2018-2019 Jefferson Science Fellowships Distinguished Lecture: Weslynne Ashton

March 21, 2019

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (ET)

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Introducing the Circular Economy @ USAID

For USAID, the Circular Economy presents a new paradigm for orienting development assistance activities that is directly in line with partner countries’ Journey to Self Reliance, through local economic development and circulation of a variety of resources. The presentation introduces the circular economy concept, and explores how the CE can be integrated into USAID’s programming with a focus on two examples - the energy sector and cities, drawn from Dr. Ashton’s work in the Bureau for Europe and Eurasia.

Contact

Leah Probst

(202) 334-2652
lprobst@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

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2018-2019 Jefferson Science Fellowships Distinguished Lecture: Jacqueline McLaughlin

2018-2019 Jefferson Science Fellowships Distinguished Lecture: Gad Perry

2018-2019 Jefferson Science Fellowships Distinguished Lecture: Elisabeth Smela

2018-2019 Jefferson Science Fellowships Distinguished Lecture: Stephen Silliman

2018-2019 Jefferson Science Fellowships Distinguished Lecture: June Pilcher

2018-2019 Jefferson Science Fellowships Distinguished Lecture: Peter Hirst

2018-2019 Jefferson Science Fellowships Distinguished Lecture: Weslynne Ashton