In the context of emerging energy and power technologies, Professor Jatin Nathwani stresses the importance of transitioning to sustainable and renewable energy sources due to the impact of climate change on energy systems. #TechGovSummerSchool

In his presentation on solar geoengineering (SGE) Professor Neil Craik emphasizes the common concerns related to the technology, including social and ethical considerations. He raises the question: "Who should oversee SGE research?" #TechGovSummerSchool

Professor Dustin Garrick presents a case study analyzing how water vending can facilitate inclusive development and sustainability. The study demonstrates the impactful role of economic strategies in enhancing equitable resource access.  #TechGovSummerSchool

Branka Marijan discusses three key trends related to autonomous weapons: technological advancements in civilian sectors; the increased pace of development and deployment of military systems; and challenges in building consensus due to global competition. #TechGovSummerSchool

Alexander Lanoszka presents thought-provoking ideas about the ways in which we perceive technology and its effects on security. #TechGovSummerSchool

While discussing Strategic Planning for National Security Governance, Professor Ann Fitz-Gerald underscores the importance of implementing theory of change to stretch the traditional results chain to include purpose and long-term goals. #TechGovSummerSchool

In presenting on global health policy, Stephanie DeWitte-Orr emphasizes the need for proactive vaccination strategies. "we have to vaccinate preventatively, not therapeutically." #TechGovSummerSchool

Karen Yeates advocates the usage of Artificial Intelligence within healthcare settings, especially in the case of low-middle-income countries: "AI is needed to automate visual evaluation of cervical cancer." #TechGovSummerSchool

In the final #TechGovSummerSchool session, Bob Fay, Dan Monafu, and Paul Samson examine how technology impacts geopolitics. Students explored topics from various areas, such as climate change, international security, and the global economy.

BSIA Director Prof. Ann Fitz-Gerald and two BSIA grad students argue Canada must treat ‘emerging transformative tech’ as the general-purpose tech of tomorrow, use its duality to meet national security & economic goals, and support & protect Canadian companies. thefutureeconomy.ca/op-eds/to-resc…

balsillieschool.ca/event/kerala-m… Tomorrow 10:30am-11:30am is the next webinar in the #MiFOOD series! Register here. Balsillie School Laurier Research

Congratulations to Burgess Langshaw Power, a 4th yr. PhD Student in Global Governance at Waterloo Environment who has been awarded the prestigious Cadieux-Leger Fellowship by Global Affairs Canada. He plans to research climate-altering tech and its global impacts. balsillieschool.ca/bsia-phd-stude…

New #MiFOOD Paper on the impacts of COVID-19 on women in the informal food sector within the Global South. This paper, by Laeba Khan, is an output of the IDRC-NFRF-funded Women Feeding Cities Project. Balsillie School Laurier Research mifood.org/papers/invisib…

It is our pleasure to introduce Balsillie Scholar, Dr. Dmytro Chumachenko. During his term, he will be conducting research on the integration of AI and data analytics for enhanced disease prediction and public health strategy. He joins the BSIA community until August 2025.

Director Ann Fitz-Gerald begins orientation day by welcoming new students to the BSIA!

Jim Balsillie addresses the BSIA students: “Your innovative ideas are essential to support policy makers develop solutions that address issues in this digital age.”

CALL FOR PAPERS: Workshop on settlements in contested ethnic territories of South Asia. Join researchers at Balsillie School for a workshop in Jan. 2025 on the ongoing population transfers or “internal colonialism” in South Asia. DEADLINE: Sept. 15, 2024 balsillieschool.ca/wp-content/upl…

Opinion: How can Canada do more to address the threat of disinformation?  We offer a three-pillar strategy focused on technology, regulation, and education, write Ann Fitz-Gerald & Halyna Padalko. #cdnpoli buff.ly/3ZaguLj (subs)

Recent news on foreign interference ops aimed at influencing the US election raises important questions concerning how many influence actors are active in 🇨🇦 & how can we ensure that our democracy and electoral processes are protected. Halyna Padalko lnkd.in/erWxdNE4

In an IRPP/Policy Options article with Luke Conkin, Balsillie Scholar Matt Malone highlights growing concerns around data protection and the challenges of balancing accessibility with privacy rights in the digital age. policyoptions.irpp.org/magazines/sept…