Putting science
at the heart of development
Follow the digital trail
It doesn't take advanced methods to make the most of existing call-data records, say Paul van der Boor and Amy Wesolowski.
See also: Policymakers need accurate data
The North-South gap in access to, and the capability to use, modern information technology — often referred to as the 'digital divide' — can be a major barrier to the development of low-income countries.
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Opinions and Analysis
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Responsible science is vital for development
S&T advances should safeguard health, equity and the rights of vulnerable populations, says rural development professional Bhavani R. V.
Free laptops alone cannot improve education in Pakistan
18 May 2012
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Source: Express Tribune
Policy Briefs
Improving access to ICTs for development
Learning from experience can help Zambia build on past successes in using ICTs and reach those most in need.
7 October 2011
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Source: Panos London
Improving livelihoods with ICTs
ICT projects can be strategic tools for development if they consider social contexts and are tailored to community needs.
News and Features
'ICT vital in women’s empowerment'
ICT has a major role in women’s empowerment, but issues such as the rural-urban divide need attention, an international meet heard.
10 June 2013
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Rich and poorest nations face off over TRIPS extension
A dispute over a fresh deal to allow the least developed nations to bypass intellectual property rights could hit development efforts.
21 May 2013
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Upgrades to basic mobile phones aim for a smart future
25 March 2013
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