Annual Retreat of the Scientific Advisory Board

12 September 2024

Secretary-General António Guterres (standing) speaks during the meeting with his Scientific Advisory Board

Date: From 12 Sep 2024 to 12 Sep 2024
Time: All day

The Scientific Advisory Board convened its first in-person retreat in the Dag Hammarskjöld Library at UN Headquarters in New York. In dialogue with the Secretary-General, the Board debated urgent topics like impacts of climate science, biotechnology, and digital technology. The Deputy Secretary-General also met with the Board to discuss how science can help accelerate the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals.

Board members gather at the annual retreat

Board member speaking at the annual retreat

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