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China, Brazil and India lead southern science output
For some developing nations, increased investment has boosted scientific output, but a wide gulf still separates them and developed ...16/07/04
Editorials
India’s new challenge on technology policy
The surprise defeat of the BJP in India's recent election appears to reflect widespread resentment that the benefits of ...14/05/04
Editorials
India’s lesson in science-based activism
India's food-safety regulations are likely to be overhauled following an NGO investigation into pesticide residues in soft drinks. This ...13/02/04
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Asian governments urged to remove lead from gasoline
More than 300 environmental and health experts have warned that Asian governments should move quickly to remove lead from ...01/05/03
Editorials
The battles of Bali
Tough negotiations during preparations for the forthcoming World Summit on Sustainable Development suggest that science may benefit from a ...25/04/03
Editorials
India’s responsibility for GM safety — and equity
A decision by the Indian government to approve the commercial planting of genetically-engineered cotton gives it a heavy responsibility ...25/04/03
Feature
Obituary: Anil Agarwal (1947-2002)
David Dickson remembers the life of Anil Agarwal, a leading Indian environmental activist and founder of the Delhi based ...23/04/03
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$100,000 prize for developing country scientists
A new international prize, worth US$100,000, is to be awarded annually to a scientist living and working in the ...23/04/03
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Support grows for Muslim science fund
The Sultan of Brunei and the governments of Kuwait and Bahrain are among those who have expressed support for ...23/04/03