A world without war. International StudentYoung Pugwash Yearbook 2006. ISYP Journal on Science and

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Over het boekOur global society faces continued threats from nuclear weapons as well as from social, economic and environmental problems that put human security at risk. We have to leam to think in a new way, as was written in the Russell-Einstein Manifesto 1955. Guided by this Manifesto, and inspired by the life and work of Sir Joseph Rotblat 1908-2005, International StudentYoung Pugwash ISYP draws together international students and young professionals concerned with global problems and the socially responsible application of science and technology. Joseph Rotblat was a founding member of the Pugwash Conferences on Science and World Affairs and prime supporter of the StudentYoung Pugwash community. This book reflects the focus, ideals, and interests of a young generation of Pugwashites and touches upon a broad range of issues including nuclear disarmament and non-proliferation; space weaponisation; regional security; terrorism; biotechnology; environmental security; and the social responsibility of scientists.This series of ISYP Yearbooks will serve as a reference for introducing young scientists and professionals to the tradition of the Pugwash movement and to deeper reflection on science and world affairs.Over de auteursManaging EditorsJuan Pablo Pardo-Guerra, physicist, has, an interest in economics and is a PhD student at the Science Studies Unit, University of Edinburgh and Chair of International StudentYoungPugwash.Arthur Petersen, physicist, philosopher and atmospheric scientist, directs the methodology and modelling programme at the Netherlands Environmental Assessment Agency and is Treasurer of Pugwash Netherlands.