Reference: Earth System Science for Global Sustainability–Grand Challenges

The International Council for Science (ICSU) is spearheading a consultative Visioning Process, in cooperation with the International Social Science Council (ISSC), to explore options and propose implementation steps for a holistic strategy on Earth system research. Five Grand Challenges were identified during step 1 of the process. If addressed in the next decade, these Grand …

Journal: US to Fund 2,308 New Diplomatic Gerbils

Leading Through Civilian Power Redefining American Diplomacy and Development By Hillary Rodham Clinton Foreign Affairs November/December 2010 Summary: To meet the range of challenges facing the United States and the world, Washington will have to strengthen and amplify its civilian power abroad. Diplomacy and development must work in tandem, offering countries the support to craft …