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![[PHOTOGRAPH] A demonstrator in Yemen during the Arabic Spring [Photo by and © Fadi Benni of Al Jazeera English; licensed Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0; image source: http://bit.ly/OJIy08 ]](https://cybercemetery.unt.edu/archive/oilspill/20120921204452im_/http://www.aaas.org/news/releases/2012/images/sm/0921science_diplomacy_sm.jpg "[PHOTOGRAPH] A demonstrator in Yemen during the Arabic Spring [Photo by and © Fadi Benni of Al Jazeera English; licensed Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0; image source: http://bit.ly/OJIy08 ]")
Science Diplomacy in a Time of Turmoil
With the Arab world rocked by protests, Science & Diplomacy explores how S&T engagement could help create a basis for improved relations—and a more hopeful future.
![[PHOTOGRAPH] San rock art from a cave in the Soutpansberg mountain range, South Africa.
[Image courtesy of Dr. Carina Schlebusch]](https://cybercemetery.unt.edu/archive/oilspill/20120921204452im_/http://www.aaas.org/news/releases/2012/images/sm/0920sp_human_origins_sm.jpg "[PHOTOGRAPH] San rock art from a cave in the Soutpansberg mountain range, South Africa.
[Image courtesy of Dr. Carina Schlebusch]")
Genes Reveal Early Split in Human History
The Khoe-San of Sub-Saharan Africa diverged from other modern human populations approximately 100,000 years ago, according to researchers in Science.
![[PHOTOGRAPH] A computer keyboard](https://cybercemetery.unt.edu/archive/oilspill/20120921204452im_/http://www.aaas.org/news/releases/2012/images/sm/0919mass_media_fellows_sm.jpg "[PHOTOGRAPH] A computer keyboard")
A Summer’s Worth of Headlines
Whether waist-deep in a river or on the front lines of a national tragedy, the 2012 AAAS Mass Media Science & Engineering Fellows found new ways to cover science for top newsrooms.
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Science Correspondent Jon Cohen Honored
Cohen won the 2012 Victor Cohn Prize for Excellence in Medical Science Reporting for his exemplary coverage of biomedical topics, including in-depth reports on the HIV/AIDS epidemic.
Science Policy
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Golden Goose Award Winners Named
Eight scientists were honored last night with the first annual Golden Goose Awards, which celebrate seemingly obscure, federally funded, research that yielded rich benefits for society.
Education
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L’Oreal, AAAS Honor Women Scientists
Researchers pursuing projects in anthropology, quantum optics, synthetic biology, and genetics are the recipients of the 2012 L’Oreal USA Fellowships for Women in Science.
International
![[PHOTOGRAPH] Wheat field [Public domain photo by Stephen Ausmus for the United States Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. Image source: http://j.mp/M6v7Fd ]](https://cybercemetery.unt.edu/archive/oilspill/20120921204452im_/http://www.aaas.org/news/releases/2012/images/sm/0802riley_lecture_sm.jpg "[PHOTOGRAPH] Wheat field [Public domain photo by Stephen Ausmus for the United States Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. Image source: http://j.mp/M6v7Fd ]")
Can Better Farming Reduce Global Poverty?
Farming innovation is critical for reducing poverty in the developing world, agriculture R&D expert Rob Horsch said at the 2012 AAAS Charles Valentine Riley Memorial Lecture.
Public Engagement
![[PHOTOGRAPH] School of Nursing, UPR Medical Sciences Campus [Courtesy Abel Baerga-Ortiz]](https://cybercemetery.unt.edu/archive/oilspill/20120921204452im_/http://www.aaas.org/news/releases/2012/images/sm/0831_caribbean_division_sm.jpg "[PHOTOGRAPH] School of Nursing, UPR Medical Sciences Campus [Courtesy Abel Baerga-Ortiz]")
Inspired by Beauty: Science and Sustainable Design
When the AAAS Caribbean Division meets 22 September in Puerto Rico, researchers, architects, and teachers will explore what scientists and engineers can learn from designers.
Special Offer & Highlight
Special Offer: Introducing MemberCentral
MemberCentral is the Web site featuring benefits, content, and community only for AAAS members.
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Highlight: R&D Budget News
The AAAS R&D Budget and Policy Program is tracking U.S. congressional
action on FY 2013 appropriations.
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Get the latest update »
Highlight: Fellows Road Trip
Learn more about AAAS S&T Policy Fellowships at a conference near you in 2012.
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See the schedule »
Highlight: Working with Congress
AAAS offers resources and online tools to help scientists connect with policymakers on S&T issues.
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Learn more »
Highlight: Introducing Science & Diplomacy
AAAS’s new quarterly publication offers perspectives on the intersection of science and foreign policy.
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Read the first issue »
Highlight: S&T in the 2012 Election
How do Mitt Romney and Barack Obama compare on science issues? We have a wealth of resources for you.
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Highlight: S&T in the 2012 Election
How do Mitt Romney and Barack Obama compare on science issues? We have a wealth of resources for you.
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Visit the AAAS election Web site »
Highlight: S&T in the 2012 Election
How do Mitt Romney and Barack Obama compare on science issues? We have a wealth of resources for you.
Visit the AAAS election Web site »
Visit the AAAS election Web site »
Highlight: S&T in the 2012 Election
How do Mitt Romney and Barack Obama compare on science issues? We have a wealth of resources for you.
Visit the AAAS election Web site »
Visit the AAAS election Web site »
