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Science & Innovation Policy: Science in the Islamic world

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Muslim scientists played a vital role in the emergence of modern science, yet today science in Islamic societies is in a poor state. How can they improve the performance of Islamic science and encourage innovation?

(Photo credit: Nadia El-Awady)

Opinions and Analysis

Avicenna's drawing from Canon of Medicine In Perspective: What really holds back Islamic science

Conservative traditions, rather than religious belief, seem to be the main barrier to modern science in Muslim countries, says David Dickson.

18 April 2013 | EN | FR

Islam Analysis: The 'women in science' movement has a long way to go

The number of female researchers in the Islamic world is above average, but this does not translate to the quality of their participation, says Athar Osama.

18 March 2013 | EN


News and Features

Huda Omer Ba Saleem, the Yemeni winner New award recognises five pioneering women scientists

A Yemeni health researcher and pioneer of a network for Arab women scientists is one of five recipients of a global science award.

28 February 2013 | EN | ES | FR

18th century Islamic Astrolabe Islamic states under fire for 'empty promises' on science

Members of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation have been criticised for failing to follow up on promises to improve the state of science.

25 February 2013 | EN