Science, once a universal bridge, now faces fracture under geopolitical strain. From Fritz Haber’s wartime bargain to today’s export controls, knowledge has become a strategic asset. The article argues for scientific citizenship and proposes a “scientific passport” to safeguard collaboration, urging scientists to act as peace-builders amid rising global tensions.

Hidden hunger, a micronutrient deficiency, is a global health crisis affecting more than 3 billion people, primarily in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Biofortification provides a sustainable and cost-effective solution by enhancing the nutrient content of staple crops during growth, rather than adding nutrients after harvest. As climate change reshapes global agriculture and fertile land becomes scarcer, the need for resilient, nutrient-rich crops grows increasingly urgent.

Quantum computing is quickly moving from theory to reality, with the power to transform fields like medicine, finance, and national security. The development of quantum technologies has therefore become a geopolitical priority. Breakthroughs in quantum technologies could lead to significant economic and military advantages, fueling a race among individual governments and institutions to achieve these results first. As its capabilities grow, the world must work together to ensure its benefits are shared fairly and responsibly.