Call for Abstracts & Publication Opportunity: Arctic Science Diplomacy towards IPY-5
Next-Generation Science Diplomats Committee as part of Science Diplomacy and Arctic Law UArctic Thematic Networks are proud to announce a formal cooperation with Advances in Polar Science (APS). This partnership offers presenters in session “Arctic Science Diplomacy as a Catalyst for Geopolitical Stability towards International Polar Year (IPY-5), Session ID 82, a pathway to publish their research in an international, peer-reviewed journal that is facilitating dialogue and building momentum toward the 5th International Polar Year (IPY-5) in 2032-2033.
A Unique Publication Opportunity with Advances in Polar Science
Why submit to this session? Your work will be considered for publication in a high-impact venue either as Special Issue or Special Section within APS. APS is indexed by Scopus and is recognized globally, receiving a large volume of submissions and subscriptions. Crucially APS is a non-political, neutral international academic journal, ensuring an unbiased platform.
About the Session
In an era of shifting alliances and heightened tensions, traditional avenues for Arctic governance face unprecedented challenges. This session explores how scientific collaboration can serve as a crucial "window of opportunity" to build trust where political mechanisms may struggle. We will critically examine how the upcoming Fifth International Polar Year (IPY-5) in 2032-2033 can address urgent environmental crises while simultaneously fostering geopolitical stability.
We are seeking contributions that address:
- Broadening Science Diplomacy: How science can maintain dialogue and cooperation among diverse political sovereigns even when political ties are strained.
- Inclusive Knowledge: The role of Indigenous Sciences and multiple ways of knowing in building trust.
- The Road to IPY-5: How collaborative endeavors, such as the Fifth International Polar Year (2032-2033) can act as catalysts for stability, addressing urgent environmental crises and transcending political divides.
Leadership and Organization
This session is organized by the Next-Generation Science Diplomats Committee, an initiative dedicated to building capacities and empowering leadership within the next generation of diplomats to navigate complex global landscapes.
Thematic Network Leadership:
Lead: Paul Arthur Berkman
Vice-Leads: Susana Hancock, Zia Madani, Heather Sauyaq Jean Gordon, Alexandra Middleton, Nicholas Parlato
Deadline: 15 January 2026
Format: Oral presentations only
