SciDev.Net
Science and Development Network
News, views and information about science, technology and the developing world
Tackling cyclones in the Indian Ocean
SciDev.Net puts Indian Ocean cyclones under the spotlight, asking how countries can better forecast, prepare for and adapt to cyclones, and cope with the impacts of extreme events.
News
WHO sets the agenda for climate and health research
The WHO has developed a research agenda to better understand the human health impacts of climate change.
10 October 2008
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Egypt to host first Northern African nanotech centre
A partnership between Egypt and IBM will establish the first regional nanotechnology research centre in Cairo.
10 October 2008
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Researchers pinpoint gene that 'improves rice yields'
9 October 2008
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Africa 'needs warning systems for wildlife diseases'
9 October 2008
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Features
India's storming cyclone research
Bay of Bengal cyclones are often hugely destructive. India hopes to cut deaths in the region through improved storm prediction and research.
8 October 2008
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Editorial
Science: An anchor for the storm
Science and technology can contribute significantly to mitigating the impact of tropical cyclones.
8 October 2008 | EN
Opinions
Vulnerability maps could help cut cyclone death tolls
Investing in detailed maps of potential cyclone damage will save lives in Indian Ocean countries, says Shishir Dube.
8 October 2008
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Countries must prepare for and adapt to cyclone impacts
Preparing for cyclones can save lives, but to save livelihoods nations must also help people adapt to cyclones' impacts, says Saleemul Huq.
8 October 2008
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How best to model local cyclone risk
8 October 2008
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Topic Gateways
Agriculture & Environment
Producing enough food for a rapidly growing population, and taking care of our planet are two of the world's biggest challenges.
Climate Change & Energy
Climate change is the greatest challenge facing the world today. Long-term development planning must now include measures to deal with it.
Health
Healthcare poses a complex challenge for developing countries, interweaving problems of science, health and development.
New
Technologies
New technologies have the potential to accelerate a country's development, but a global technology gap remains.
Science &
Innovation Policy
Developing countries are increasingly recognising the importance of science in developing their economies, and the challenges that entails.
Science
Communication
Scientific information is crucial for a variety of stakeholders, but communicating science poses a challenge for all.
Information Services
Trading climate solutions
Trade and climate policy must be linked post-2012 to ensure a low-carbon future
Rapid diagnostic tests: The way forward?
Rapid diagnostic tests may present a quick and easy-to-use solution for improved malaria diagnosis
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