2. U.S. Department of State Mission To create a more secure, democratic, and prosperous world for the benefit of the American people and the international community.

3. U/S for Economic Growth, Energy and Environment Office of the Science and Technology Adviser Secretary of State

4. STAS Pillars: Increasing the science, technology and innovation (STI) capacity of the Department to help it fulfill its mission Using STI as confidence-building measures around the world. Bringing emerging STI trends to the service of the Department.

5. 6 th World Science Forum Rio de Janeiro, 2013