2010

Water is Life. Which Future for Humanity?

Introduction by H.Em. Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re, Il valore simbolico e religioso dell'acqua   Read all

The Scientific Legacy of the 20th Century

The 20th century was an important century for the sciences. In physics, revolutionary theoretical and experimental breakthroughs happened, modern biology began its triumphal march. ... Read all

Human Neuroplasticity and Education

This meeting can be considered as the continuation of the workshop on Mind, Brain and Education held at the Pontifical Academy of Sciences in november 2003 (Battro, A.M., Fischer, ... Read all

Atherosclerosis: The 21st Century Epidemic

The Pontifical Academy of Sciences, whose purpose is to promote the progress of the sciences for the common good of the human person, in its Study Week of 31 May – 1 June 2010 at ... Read all

Nuclear Disarmament, Non-Proliferation and Development

The Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) Review Conference will be held in New York on 3-28 May 2010. Within the context of increased public awareness of nuclear issues, with ... Read all