An International Platform for International STI Cooperation

International Science, Technology and Innovation Centre for South-South Cooperation under the auspices of UNESCO

Upcoming Events

2nd East Africa Regional Workshop on Research Proposal Writing

31 May – 3 June 2025
Nairobi, Kenya
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Training Programme on AI Literacy for ASEAN Primary and Secondary School Teachers

17 – 19 June 2025
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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International Training Workshop on Big Data and AI

25 – 29 August 2025 (TBC)
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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About Us

The International Science, Technology and Innovation Centre for South-South Cooperation under the auspices of UNESCO (ISTIC) operates as a UNESCO Category 2 Centre.

Institutes and centres under the auspices of UNESCO (Category 2) are established and funded by Member States to contribute to the realization of UNESCO’s objectives.

Our Priority Agenda (2022-2027)

STI Advocacy, Diplomacy and Policy

STI advocacy, diplomacy, and policy form the foundation for promoting Science, Technology, and Innovation on a broader scale, creating an environment conducive to innovation and socio-economic development.

Education for Sustainable Development

Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) is an approach to education that foster sustainability and sustainable development by equipping learners with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed to make informed decisions and take responsible actions for a better future.

Open Science

Open Science is a global initiative that promotes transparent and collaborative scientific research by openly sharing data, methods, and publications to accelerate progress and democratize knowledge.

Artificial and Digital Innovation

Digital technology manipulates information through electronic devices, including computers, smartphones, and AI. Innovation creates novel technologies, transforming how people live and work.

Research Ecosystems

Research ecosystems refers to the interconnected networks supporting research activities, fostering collaboration, knowledge sharing, and innovation among individuals, organizations, and institutions.

Climate Change Education

Climate change education raises awareness, equipping individuals for informed decisions and actions in mitigation and adaptation. It spans formal education and informal/non-formal channels like campaigns, community engagement, and media.

Key Achievements

Since the establishment of ISTIC-UNESCO, significant achievements have been realized.

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From 31 May to 3 June, ISTIC under UNESCO joined the 2nd East Africa Workshop on Mastering Research Proposals in Nairobi 🇰🇪

With 38 international researchers, we explored how to write impactful, transdisciplinary proposals!

#SRI2025 #ResearchCapacity #ISTIC #AfricaScience

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Happy International Day of Women in Diplomacy from ISTIC team✨🌍

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Day 3 of training program on #AI Literacy for #ASEAN Primary & Secondary School Teachers organized by ISTIC, AETDEW and Sri Bestari Private School, and hosted on their campus in Kuala Lumpur 🤖For this final day, participants engaged in:🌟 Peer-to-peer sharing of AI teaching experiences🛠 Group-based design of real-life AI lesson plans📢 Presentations of their course designs, followed by expert feedbackThe day concluded with a beautiful closing ceremony with Mr Goh Peng Ooi, Dr Mohd Basyaruddin Abdul Rahman, Prof Han Liqun and Dr Steven Baptist. It is an honor to welcome them among us.The participants received their certificates and finished the day with a smile on their face! It marked the beginning of a regional #network of teachers ready to lead the way in ethical, inclusive, AI-powered education.Congratulations to all participants and speakers ✨#AIEducation #teacherdevelopment #InnovationInEducation #ASEAN ... See MoreSee Less
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Day 2 of the training programme on #AI Literacy for #ASEAN Primary & Secondary School Teachers organized by ISTIC, AETDEW and @Sri Bestari International School, and hosted on their campus in Kuala Lumpur. 🤖 Today, participants explored the foundational technologies driving AI. Highlights included: 🧠 Machine learning: supervised, unsupervised, and reinforcement learning via Google Teachable Machine 🕸 Neural networks, large language models, and ethical risks 🧭 Knowledge representation and logical reasoning using Protégé and Python Teachers ended the day with rich group discussions and critical insights into tomorrow’s teaching practices. #AITraining#education#innovation#teachers ... See MoreSee Less
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