INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION The Belmont Forum recently welcomed a high-level delegation from the Italian National Research Council (CNR) to its Panama office. The visit was an exciting opportunity to deepen the existing collaboration between the two organizations. Led by its president, Dr. Maria Chiara Carrozza, the CNR delegation included several department directors, notably Dr. Petracchini, who […]

Nicole Arbour, Executive Director of the Belmont Forum, attended the Latin America and the Caribbean International Economic Forum 2025. The forum, hosted by CAF—the development bank of Latin America and the Caribbean— focused on strategies to reignite economic growth in the region. This high-level event provided a platform for global and regional leaders to engage

We’re thrilled to share that the Belmont Forum has been mentioned during President Biden’s historic trip to the Amazon rainforest. This recognition highlights the importance of international collaboration in funding critical research on sustainability challenges. The White House fact sheet details a significant commitment by the National Science Foundation (NSF) and its partners to research

The Belmont Forum launched the Collaborative Research Action (CRA) “Climate, Environment, and Health 2” (CEH2 2023) led by the National Science Foundation in April 2023. Our aim is to support transdisciplinary and convergent research approaches that evaluate and address issues at the nexus of climate, environment, and health, foster collaborations among the research community across

The G20 Research and Innovation Working Group recently concluded its Research and Innovation, and  Ministerial Meetings in Manaus, Brazil, with a compelling call for action on sustainable development. One of the meetings’ outcomes is the Manaus Declaration, a document outlining a commitment to tackling global challenges. An important milestone, the mention of Belmont Forum and

Climate is a complex and multifaceted challenge that touches every aspect of our lives, including our cultural heritage. From ancient monuments to traditional practices, our cultural heritage is vulnerable to the impacts of changing environments. That’s why the Joint Programming Initiative – Climate (JPI Climate) and JPI Cultural Heritage, in partnership with the Belmont Forum,

The world’s tropical forests have been facing countless challenges, from deforestation to biodiversity loss and unsustainable practices. These ecosystems are essential for climate regulation and the livelihoods of millions of people. Recognizing the urgency of these constraints, the Belmont Forum and the National Research and Education Agency of the Republic of Indonesia (BRIN) have signed

A new research paper published in Nature Reviews Earth & Environment, funded by the Belmont Forum, highlights a critical concern on global environment research: decarbonization efforts may have unintended consequences for the global nitrogen cycle. Led by Xin Zhang and colleagues, this study explores the nitrogen requirements of five major decarbonization strategies, revealing a complex

The ocean is a vast and powerful force, shaping our planet, providing food and resources, and driving global economies. But we’re only just beginning to understand the true value of this vital resource. While many of us associate the ocean with recreation and tourism, its impact on our lives extends far beyond the beach. The

The 4th G20 Research and Innovation Working Group and Ministerial Meetings in Manaus, Brazil, resulted in a commitment to addressing global challenges and promoting sustainable development, hilighting the importance of the Amazon and tropical forests globally. Representing G20 members and invited countries, the leaders recognized the role of international cooperation in research and innovation. They