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Camels, Ostriches, and Sheep, Oh My! ISDC Meets in Nairobi in Preparation of Portfolio25 Proposal Reviews
ISDC met in Nairobi in preparation for its forthcoming Portfolio25 independent review of research proposals.
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New Megatrend Insights for the Research Portfolio
Examining the effect of recent global shocks is timely as CGIAR prepares its 2025-2027 research and innovation portfolio.
Vacancy announcement: Temporary Officer, ISDC (Part-Time 50%)
We’re seeking a Temporary Officer (part-time, 50%) to support the technical and operational needs of the ISDC Secretariat.
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Vacancy: Senior Manager, Operations & Events, IAES & ISDC Secretariat, CGIAR
We’re seeking a Senior Manager, Operations & Events to support IAES (30%) and ISDC (70%).
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Why Coherence and Cohesion Matter for the CGIAR Research Portfolio
Coherence and cohesion are essential qualities of any effective research portfolio.
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Comparative Advantage Practical Application for CGIAR
The Independent Science for Development (ISDC) has released its third and final episode in a series on comparative advantage.
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Hacia Potenciar la Calidad de la Investigación en el CGIAR con el Uso de un Marco de Referencia
A medida que el CGIAR avanza hacia el desarrollo de su portafolio de investigación por el periodo 2025-27, es importante destacar la QoR4D.
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Comparative Advantage Theoretical Basis for Beginners
In the episode, we explore how comparative advantage maximizes gains between organizations for better results while also providing an illustrative