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Where next for Arab science: Q&A with Jordan's Princess Sumaya
SciDev.Net talks to Princess Sumaya about opportunities for science in a post-Arab Spring world where a new meritocracy is growing in strength.
News
Nitrogen fertiliser 'could prevent locust swarms'
Contrary to popular belief, locusts are hampered by nitrogen-rich food — a finding which could be exploited to control swarms.
27 January 2012
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Saudi universities shrug off row over scientists' salaries
A 13 per cent hike in Saudi Arabia's higher education budget, has reignited a debate about university rankings.
26 January 2012
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Areas with low malaria rates 'need mass vaccination'
25 January 2012
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Thailand's nanotech research tackles disaster prevention
25 January 2012
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Features
Q&A: Princess Sumaya on science after the Arab Spring
Princess Sumaya bint El Hassan of Jordan talks to SciDev.Net about hopes for science in the Middle East, science diplomacy and the role of women scientists.
25 January 2012
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Moving beyond aid to set the global health agenda
12 January 2012
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Editorial
Egypt: from revolutionary spirit to scientific progress
One year after Egypt's revolution, enthusiasm and prospects for science are high — but still need translation into a fully functioning system.
27 January 2012 | EN
Opinions
Asia–Pacific Analysis: Be proactive on disaster planning
South-East Asia has suffered from neglecting planning for disasters. Governments must heed the warnings and act now, argues Crispin Maslog.
26 January 2012
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How to nurture entrepreneurs and stimulate innovation
Open innovation is key to the success of iHub and can change the working culture of any community of innovators, says Linda Kamau.
25 January 2012
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Islam Analysis: Money can't buy quality research
12 January 2012
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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
2012 International Year of Sustainable Energy for All
As the UN launches the international year, read up on science behind renewable energy, including biofuels and nuclear energy
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