Call for Proposals: Dupont Summit 2018

The annual call for proposals for this year’s Dupont Summit 2018 is currently open. In order to submit a paper for consideration, please send a 1-2 page abstract to PSO Executive Director, Daniel Gutierrez, at [email protected], or call 202-349-9282. The early consideration deadline will be October 15th, 2018. Proposals submitted by the early deadline will be given priority. 

The goal of the Dupont Summit is to promote multidisciplinary conversation and networking across the social and political spectrum about pressing issues related to science, technology and the environment. The conference brings together academics, government, business and social leaders from a variety of backgrounds, for discussion about issues that include but that are not limited to:

• Health
• Energy
• National security
• Information and telecommunications
• Environment and climate change
• Biotechnology
• Genetics and stem cells
• Water and natural resources
• Science research and education
• Technology and innovation
• Space
• Ethical, legal and social implications of science and technology policy

Other topics are welcome. The conference mirrors the interest of the PSO and its partners in promoting conversation about current policy concerns. Please feel free to forward this invitation to any potentially interested individuals or organizations.