Science for Policy Workshop: Science and Global Policymaking

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Researchers are increasingly called on to inform policymaking and provide policy-relevant solutions to global challenges. Engaging at the interface between science and policymaking often requires specific knowledge and competencies.

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This full-day workshop builds competencies in science and global policymaking through expert presentations and practical exercises. It is part of the ETH Zurich Communication Academy courses.

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The programme

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The workshop explores:

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• how researchers can contribute to global political processes
• who the relevant stakeholders are in global policymaking
• what role researchers can play in collaborating with political decision-makers
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Lecturers

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• Cédric Bolli, Senior Programme Manager, Albert Einstein School of Public Policy, ETH Zurich
• Dr Mialy Rann, Science-Policy Officer, Geneva Science-Policy Interface (GSPI)
• Mélissa Gomis, Science-Policy Engagement Officer, GSPI
• Rhena Anna Forrer, Global Health Section, Federal Office of Public Health
• Dr Sascha Langenbach, Senior Programme Manager, Albert Einstein School of Public Policy, ETH Zurich
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Learning objectives
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The workshop:

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• introduces participants to the role of science in addressing global political challenges
• explores science-policy mechanisms, strategies and competencies in multilateral contexts
• encourages personal reflection on participants’ current and future positioning within the science-policy spectrum
• uses practical exercises to encourage strategic thinking among participants
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Registration

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This workshop is for researchers of the ETH domain only. It is not open to the general public.

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The workshop is open to the following researchers of ETH Zurich, PSI, Empa, WSL and Eawag:

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• doctoral students
• postdocs
• senior scientists
• professors
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Applications are open until 5 November 2026.

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More information and registration are available here.