Educating the next generation of leaders skilled in science and technology, creating knowledge to advance cross-cutting solutions for today’s most pressing issues, and driving innovation at the nexus of science, technology and international affairs.
STIA prepares students to tackle global challenges like climate change, global health, and cybersecurity by bridging science and policy.
STIA graduates are driving real-world change. They are tackling climate change, advancing global health, and securing digital systems.
With a curriculum blending technical expertise and global perspectives, STIA graduates are equipped to lead in creating innovative, equitable solutions.
Science Politics blends academic rigor with journalistic storytelling to discuss issues at the intersection of science, technology, and policy—from AI and climate policy to energy transitions and health
News, Program News
On September 10th, the STIA program hosted its annual Loewy Lecture in Technological Innovation and International Affairs, welcoming Dr. Edgar Cahoon to deliver a lecture titled “Harvesting Innovation: Plant Biotechnology as an Economic Engine.” Supported by the Loewy Family Fund and hosted in the Mortara Center for International Affairs, Cahoon’s lecture was organized in conjunction with a two-day workshop on Bioeconomy for Sustainable Development in Central America, which explored how the region can harness its extraordinary biodiversity and agricultural resources to promote sustainable growth.
September 18, 2026
Faculty News
Health security operations centers: The future of public health preparedness (via Samsung Insights)
August 31, 2026
News, Student News
Student & Faculty Q&A: Connecting Science to Global Challenges with Professor Cynthia Wei
July 28, 2026
“At Georgetown, we combine expertise in international affairs, policy, and science to shape leaders who drive innovative solutions for today’s global challenges. The STIA program prepares students to tackle pressing issues and build a sustainable, equitable future.”
— STIA Director, Emily Mendenhall
