The war in Ukraine brought diplomatic relations with Russia to the spotlight. In this session, experts and practitioners will explore the multidimensional role of Science Diplomacy in this context. How can international cooperation in science, technology and innovation contribute to peaceful conclusions of a Large scale conflict? How can Science Diplomacy support negotiations with Russia by affecting research fundings and suspending joint initiatives? On the other hand, how can Science Diplomacy support Ukraine through large scale efforts for scientists, researchers and universities? Confirmed speakers: Olga Krasnyak. Associate Professor at the Department of International Relations of National Research University Higher School of Economics (Moscow). James Moran. Associate Senior Research Fellow at the Center for Eureopean Policy. Sanita Reinsone. Coordinator of Science for Ukraine and Researcher at the University of Latvia. Moderador Pablo Pareja. Vice rector at Pompeu Fabra University and Mundus MAPP Academic Coordinator at IBEI.