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Science and Development Network
News, views and information about science, technology and the developing world
Controversy dogs sickle cell drug promise
The progress of a promising herbal-based drug for sickle cell anaemia could be under threat as the companies involved are surrounded by allegations of corruption. SciDev.Net reports in a special news article.
News
Uganda pilots scientist–MP 'shadowing scheme'
The Uganda National Academy of Science will trial a new pairing scheme where scientists shadow MPs and vice versa.
8 July 2008
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African 'wall of trees' gets underway
Preparations are rife for Africa's 'Great Green Wall', a measure to prevent desertification, three years after it was first proposed.
7 July 2008
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India launches climate change action plan
4 July 2008
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Features
Biogas: A scent of success for Vietnam small business
Vietnamese researchers are expanding the use of biogas as a sustainable energy source for the country's small businesses.
Pod-ready: Podcasting for the developing world
19 June 2008
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Editorial
Time to turn words into deeds on health research
African ministers have committed themselves to a set of actions to boost health research in their countries. Now they must implement them.
27 June 2008 | EN
Opinions
G8 must encourage biotech cooperation for Africa
G8 leaders must encourage cooperation in biotechnology to address Africa's food shortages, writes Calestous Juma.
We must restore scientific integrity in Indian research
For its own international credibility, Indian science must be seen to deal with scientific misconduct, says N. Raghuram.
3 July 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.
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