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Sichuan earthquake China displays openness in earthquake response

The Sichuan earthquake has highlighted the importance of open, accurate and authoritative information in disaster response, say experts.

14 May 2008 | EN | 中文

Rice Scientists find 'yield-improving rice gene'

Chinese scientists have found a gene in rice that can control various traits, with the potential to improve rice productivity.

14 May 2008 | EN | 中文

Features

Antibiotic resistance and the developing world

Many factors are increasing antibiotic resistance, and authorities, doctors and patients all have a role in fighting it, writes Jia Hepeng.

26 March 2008 | EN | ES | FR | 中文

The bacteria Escherichia coli Antibiotic resistance: Frequently asked questions

Priya Shetty answers some common questions surrounding antibiotic resistance, and the dangers for the developing world.

26 March 2008 | EN | ES | FR


Editorial

A group of southern researchers Research collaboration: the case for better understanding

Successful efforts to implement effective South–South research collaboration require a better understanding of what works best and why.

14 May 2008 | EN | 中文

Opinions

Masinde Muliro University Kenya Collaboration requires a strong home base

Developing-world scientists should make every effort to pursue careers at home – and their governments should help them, says Mohamed Hassan.

14 May 2008 | EN | 中文

Stop malaria sign Stable support needed for African malaria networks

African malaria research networks have helped scientists combat the disease, but they need more stable support and longer-term funding, says Thomas Egwang.

14 May 2008 | EN

Developing world science strengthens US innovation

22 April 2008 | EN | 中文
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