From the degradation of the Great Barrier Reef, to the disastrous effects of war on the ancient city of Palmyra, our collective cultural heritage faces a precarious future. Science diplomacy, which combines scientific knowledge with diplomatic efforts, offers a powerful approach to mitigate these threats and ensure the protection and preservation of cultural heritage worldwide. It holds promise to play a pivotal role in many ways, such as by fostering research collaborations, building capacity, shaping policy, and providing crisis response.

This EUTOPIA science diplomacy event will delve into the multifaceted role of science diplomacy in cultural heritage protection in the form of a panel discussion. It will highlight successful case studies where international scientific cooperation has made significant strides in preserving heritage sites and artifacts. The discussion will also address the challenges and opportunities that arise when science intersects with diplomatic endeavours in the realm of cultural heritage.