New technologies and media not only transform how wars are fought, but also influence the representation, communication, and perception of conflicts.Yet the visibility and performativity they enable also raise concerns about disinformation and propaganda, particularly in the case of the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

As seen in the Ukrainian context, science and innovation are pivotal in propelling economic development and regional prosperity, even in conflict-affected areas. In this event, we discuss the intricate relationship between science, innovation, and broader regional dynamics.

Russia's war against Ukraine raises ethical questions for researchers working on Ukraine. This workshop, organised by UNET, examined the situation of researchers affected by the war and compared the experiences of Ukrainian researchers with those from Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Kosovo.

Drawing on data from two waves of sociological surveys in 2022 and 2023 and information from open sources, Dariia Mykhailyshyna presents insights from a CES study on displaced Ukrainians in Europe and Germany.

With three experts, we will discuss the power of popular visual culture in times of crisis and its potential to narrate and frame wartime experiences and the everyday life of people in the temporarily occupied territory of Ukraine.

Evacuation alerts can be a crucial tool in ensuring the safety of civilians in the context of natural disasters and war. The rapid spread of information can help people escape danger before it's too late. However, there has been a lack of scientific testing to determine how best to design these alerts.