Science, politics, diplomacy and even religion --- Religious politics, policy, and science have clashed since we tried to decide why volcanos erupted, who or what made thunder, and whether it was possible to placate the gods/God. The Catholic Church had (in)famous policies regarding the universe and physics which Newton and Gallileo's work demonstrated. Science (evolution) and health (vaccinations) are still controversial on these and other points. Where do these fit in Science Diplomacy? No matter the stand of science on these issues, these are situations we encounter. How and where are they properly addressed?

Source author: Ginger Paque ginger@paque.org