Which of the world’s most pressing issues should we tackle next?


The Western Academy for Advanced Research brings together interdisciplinary and international teams of scholars to address major issues facing humanity through periods of dedicated focus. 

 

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Nature-Inspired Solutions for Carbon Transformation

Interdisciplinary Research to Address Technical and Social Barriers in Smart Cities and Communities

 

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POSTDOC ALERT:
Call for applications

The Western Academy seeks applications from experts in the study of interstate peace.  Successful candidates will be a part of the "Possibilities for Peace in the Twenty-first Century" research theme.  Candidates from all relevant fields of study are welcome to apply.

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REGISTRATION OPEN: Exploring Solutions for Carbon Transformation workshop

Come learn with us!  Discover the latest findings in carbon reduction and transformation.  A joint event from Carbon Solutions @ Western and the Western Academy for Advanced Research.

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Turning carbon
into clean energy

A discovery by Western Fellow Naomi Klinghoffer could lead to new solutions.