title: Science in diplomacy.
abstract: Throughout human history, science and technology have been the backbone of innovations that have driven economic development. Yet, rather oddly, they have not been seriously invoked in the pursuit of diplomacy. This Commentary examines the important role of science in diplomacy and its soft-power in world affairs and peace.
authors.affiliation: California Institute of Technology, Pasadena, CA 91125, USA.
authors.forename: Ahmed H
authors.initials: AH
authors.lastname: Zewail
mesh_terms: D000352:Africa, Northern; D057217:Economic Development; D007391:International Cooperation; D008877:Middle East; D012586:Science; D013672:Technology