Abstract

VARGAS SOLORZANO, Montserrat. Scientific diplomacy: the role of the scientific in pandemics management. Rev. Bioética y Derecho [online]. 2020, n.50, pp.255-270.  Epub Nov 23, 2020. ISSN 1886-5887.

This article evaluates the role of scientists in the analysis and management of global affairs, in particular during health crises such as the current COVID-19 pandemic. Their advice based in the knowledge acquired through the scientific process is required by the authorities and the population to understand local and global issues and to facilitate the search for solutions. Experts' intervention must be inscribed on ethical and deontological principles of scientific knowledge, and take into account a series of social and economic aspects, to provide answers in favor of the advancement of knowledge, social well-being and the improvement of the health of populations.

Keywords : coronavirus; COVID-19; pandemic; scientific; scientific diplomacy; strategic council; health crisis.

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