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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

Oedaleus asiaticus juvenile locust 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 | EN

Islam Analysis: Science reforms need to show results 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 | EN

Features

Princess Sumaya 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 | EN

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 | EN

Kenyan farmer selling vegetables 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 | EN

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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