Science and Development Network
News, views and information about science, technology and the developing world
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Rio+20 needs goals to drive sustainability
Tackling complex development challenges needs tangible steps — Sustainable Development Goals can forge the way, says Colombian ministry official Paula Caballero Gómez.
News
Malaria vaccine candidate 'could be grown at home'
A novel malaria vaccine candidate could be grown at home, by cultivating algae in the backyard, say researchers.
24 May 2012
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Brazilians top biodiversity and Rio+20 awareness poll
Brazil heads a list of eight countries polled for awareness and understanding of biodiversity and Rio+20.
Leaf 'stamp' could detect crop diseases
22 May 2012
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Tunisia deal with India opens developing country links
21 May 2012
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Features
Building a future for mathematics in Africa
The two branches of the African Institute for Mathematical Sciences are flourishing, with more in the planning stage.
22 May 2012
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Source: Science
Editorial
Rio+20 must address the process of change, not just its content
The launch of a discussion website about the Rio+20 agenda raises questions about effective management for a successful outcome.
Opinions
Why we need Sustainable Development Goals
Rio+20 must launch SDGs to guide countries through complex development challenges, argues Colombian ministry official Paula Caballero Gómez.
24 May 2012
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Biomed Analysis: Time for rights-based women's health
We need to revive the rights-based agenda and realign research priorities for women's health, says Priya Shetty.
23 May 2012
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Scientists can play a key role in wetland diplomacy
23 May 2012
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Source: OurWorld 2.0
Islam Analysis: Knowledge economies remain elusive
18 May 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.
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