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Believe in science
Science is crucial to our collective health, well-being, and prosperity.
The pandemic has thrust science onto centre stage
The world is going through a period of tumultuous change.
Science is our exit strategy
This virus is challenging every aspect of humanity’s well-being, and addressing it will require a global, concerted, a
The Power of Global Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Alan Bernstein: Science and global collaboration represent the very best of humanity.
Immediate action on COVID-19
We need science now, more than ever. We need it because a foundation of science, built over decades, underlies the curre
The long game is worth playing
Time allows researchers to challenge paradigms and explore high-risk ideas for high-reward outcomes
The importance of research and open inquiry in a troubled world
Open inquiry is a cornerstone of democracy, and critical for advancing our understanding of the world.
Live a life with purpose and change the world
Dr. Alan Bernstein addressed new graduates at University of Toronto and Western University convocation ceremonies
Change and renewal
A CIFAR fellow once described CIFAR as a “playground for the mind”.
Dr. Alan Bernstein honoured by the Public Policy Forum
He was recognized as “a pioneering advocate for good science and health policy.”