SESAME: The Glory of Science Diplomacy

Dr. Gihan Kamel, Principal Scientist at the Synchrotron-light for Experimental Science and Applications in the Middle East (SESAME) closed TNC22 in Trieste on Thursday 16 June 2022 with an inspiring keynote speech.

With more than 700 participants from 69 countries at the closing plenary, Dr. Gihan talked about the role of SESAME not only as a pioneer research center, but also as a bridge for peace and a vehicle for economic growth, and how scientific research can bring people from diverse backgrounds together to achieve a common goal.

The Synchrotron-light for Experimental Science and Applications in the Middle East (SESAME) is the first light source in the Middle East and neighboring regions. It was established by those who believe in human rights and human capacities, regardless of any particular identity, making it such an exceptional scientific facility inspired and developed by scientists and diplomats through a substantial manifestation of international cooperation.

SESAME seeks to establish Excellence of Science and technology in the region, besides, functioning as a bridge between its diverse culturally and politically conflicting societies, by building a stronger community that will be able to deal with scientific challenges and hopefully beyond.

SESAME also opens doors to women scientists in the region to break stereotypes and misconceptions set against them. In this talk, a recipe of how the diplomacy can effectively work with one simple and basic ingredient – science - will be presented.

Dr. Gihan was also interviewed by GÉANT’s CONNECT Magazine, where she presented a recipe of how the diplomacy can effectively work with one simple and basic ingredient – science -. Read the full interview HERE