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Proceed with caution on disease eradication

We need a clearer understanding of disease patterns and ecosystem impacts before embarking on eradication strategies, says Ummer Rashid Zargar.

26 October 2011 | EN

Chinese research struggles to make an impact

Research in China is growing rapidly but publications are not being widely cited, says Stewart Dods.

1 December 2009 | EN | 中文

Capitalism could counter its impact on obesity

Encouraging the spread of probiotic foods that promote healthy gut bacteria could help developing countries tackle obesity, says Kingsley Anukam.

18 August 2008 | EN

S&T publication rates: The bigger picture

Although China now ranks second in S&T publication rates, there is more to the story, says Loet Leydesdorff.

20 December 2007 | EN

Sustainable a 'euphemism for mass death'

The developing world needs 'big projects, not small ideas' — and nuclear power is a viable and necessary solution, argues Marje Hecht.

13 December 2007 | EN

Tilapia fish can pose danger to ecosystems

Warea Orapa says that tilapia fish — hailed as a method of controlling mosquitoes — can cause damage when introduced into new ecosysems.

5 September 2007 | EN

Mosquitoes will conquer pyrethrum

There is little resistance to the pesticide pyrethrum at present, but use in bednets could change this, says Christiaan Kooyman.

22 August 2007 | EN

Emphasising potential in UNESCO's science programmes

Alexander Boksenberg argues that the unique potential of UNESCO's science strategies is substantial.

3 May 2007 | EN

Venezuelan vision: cooperate, participate, innovate

Cristobal Valencia Ramirez describes Venezuela's take on innovation and enterprise, pointing out that its policies have been in place for at least five years.

5 September 2006 | EN

US$100 laptop steals limelight from better solutions

Sam Lanfranco argues that the fame of the One Laptop Per Child initiative has prevented more worthy initiatives from receiving the media attention they deserve.

18 August 2006 | EN