JSPG PARTNERS WITH EBRC ON CALL FOR PAPERS FOR 2024 SPECIAL TOPICS ISSUE

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Engineering Biology Research Consortium
Emily Aurand
Helix@ebrc.org

​Journal of Science Policy & Governance
André Porter
[email protected]​

Washington, DC (October 15, 2024) – The Journal of Science Policy & Governance (JSPG) and the Engineering Biology Research Consortium  (EBRC) are pleased to partner on the 2024 JSPG Special Topics Issue on Advancing Science & Technology Policy for the Next-Generation Bioeconomy.

Read the call for papers

We invite students, post-doctoral researchers, policy fellows, early-career researchers, and early-career professionals from around the world to submit op-eds, policy position papers, policy memos or analyses, and other articles addressing bioeconomy policy ideas and challenges. These include topics and concerns around the intersection of biology/biotechnology and artificial intelligence and machine learning, biomanufacturing, food, and agriculture. Submission deadline: January 13, 2025.

“Together with JSPG, we’re excited about the incredible opportunities for engineering biology to grow the bioeconomy. Engineering biology and biotechnologies can revolutionize our approaches to tackling global food shortages, mitigating the climate crisis sustainably and responsibly, and ensuring that even the most remote or resource-limited environments have access to life-saving materials and medicines. With the U.S. election and the start of a new Administration and Congress, this is a great time to highlight the research issues that matter, share impactful policy ideas, and make the voices of the next generation of leaders heard,” said India Hook-Barnard, Executive Director, Engineering Biology Research Consortium.

The goals of the 2024 Special Topics Issue are to generate new ideas that may provide policymakers with leading-edge perspectives and analyses demonstrating how engineering biology and emerging biotechnology are poised to provide sustainable solutions and re-invent products and processes across all societal sectors, compiled in a special issue on Advancing Science & Technology Policy for the Next-Generation Bioeconomy. 

“We are thrilled to partner with the Engineering Biology Research Consortium for this Special Issue, which will provide a platform for early-career professionals, fellows, and students to offer innovative insights on the future of the bioeconomy. As we face unprecedented global challenges, engineering biology holds tremendous potential to drive sustainable solutions and transform industries across all sectors. Our collaboration will showcase a range of forward-thinking policy ideas and analyses for practical use by leading policymakers to help navigate this rapidly evolving landscape,” said Julianne McCall, JSPG CEO & Managing Publisher.

As part of this partnership, JSPG and EBRC will organize a series of events to help prospective authors improve their submissions to the Special Topics Issue. Following peer review, accepted articles will be entered into a policy paper competition, where a committee of experts in biotechnology and bioeconomy policy will select the top three articles. First-, second- and third-place article winners will be awarded registration and travel support to the 2025 EBRC Annual Meeting (up to $800) and an opportunity to present their published work at the event.​

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ABOUT JSPG
The Journal of Science Policy & Governance (JSPG) is an international, open-access peer-reviewed publication managed by and for students, policy fellows, and young scholars in science, technology, and innovation policy. JSPG publishes high-quality articles covering the widest range of topics in formats that are accessible to policymakers. Since 2011, JSPG has served as a vehicle for students and early career researchers to bolster their research and writing credentials in science policy. Visit https://www.sciencepolicyjournal.org/ and follow on X @SciPolJournal to learn more.

​ABOUT EBRC
EBRC is a non-profit, public-private partnership dedicated to bringing together an inclusive community committed to advancing engineering biology to address national and global needs. We showcase cutting-edge research in engineering biology, identify pressing challenges and opportunities in research and application, and articulate compelling research roadmaps and programs to address these challenges and opportunities. Our four focus areas, driven by member-led working groups, are Research Roadmapping, Education, Security, and Policy & International Engagement. Visit https://ebrc.org/ and follow on Linkedin to learn more. ​