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Nachrichten, Termine, Experten
Nachrichten, Termine, Experten
The Pugwash Conferences for Science and World Affairs were founded as a consequence of the Russell-Einstein Manifesto of 1955, which urged leaders of the world to gather and to ”think in a new way”: to renounce nuclear weapons, to ”remember their humanity” and to find peaceful means for the settlement of all matters of dispute between them.
Under the currently increasing geopolitical tensions, the original Russell-Einstein Manifesto’s call is as relevant today as it was in the 1950’s. Scientists have an important role in analyzing technical aspects in verification, safeguards, dismantlement of nuclear weapons and ways to rid the world of these weapons of mass destruction. A sound scientific input is also necessary to assess the effects of AI and quantum technologies and to comply with the UN recent resolution to evaluate the consequences of nuclear war. Critical thinking, including rational and evidence-based argumentation are also crucial for decision-making.
In summary, the talk will emphasize the fundamental role scientists play in building peace and understanding in a complex and fragmented world.
Information on participating / attending:
The Max-von-Laue lecture is open to all conference participants and interested members of the public. Admission is free and registration for the conference is not necessary.
Date:
03/13/2025 20:00 - 03/13/2025 21:00
Event venue:
Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn
Hörsaalzentrum
Friedrich-Hirzebruch-Allee 5
53115 Bonn
HS 1+2
53115 Bonn
Nordrhein-Westfalen
Germany
Target group:
all interested persons
Email address:
Relevance:
local
Subject areas:
Physics / astronomy
Types of events:
Presentation / colloquium / lecture
Entry:
02/05/2025
Sender/author:
Melanie Rutowski
Department:
Pressekontakt
Event is free:
yes
Language of the text:
German
URL of this event: http://idw-online.de/en/event78590
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