SciDev.Net
Science and Development Network
News, views and information about science, technology and the developing world
Healthcare poses a complex challenge for developing countries, interweaving problems of science, health and development.
Opinions and Analysis
Agricultural genetics could help ensure food security
Translating genetics research is easier in agriculture than medicine, says a Nature Genetics editorial, and existing technologies can be used.
4 June 2009
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Source: Nature Genetics
'Lack of political will' to develop new vaccines
A lack of political will to create vaccines is causing millions of deaths a year due to infectious diseases, says Manuel Elkin Patarroyo.
28 May 2009
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Source: Soitu.es
Food factories help viruses spread and evolve
22 May 2009
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Source: Down to Earth
Policy Briefs
Better research capacity means better decision-making
Building local research capacity can lead to more effective decision-making based on scientific findings in mother and newborn health.
6 February 2009
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Source: Towards 4+5
Integrating HIV, food security and nutrition policies
Recommendations for governments, civil society and international partners on addressing food and nutrition concerns in the context of HIV.
13 August 2008
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Source: UNAIDS
News and Features
Africa takes the lead in health research partnerships
A new US$49 million initiative aims to strengthen health research capacity across Africa — and will put African researchers in charge.
2 July 2009
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Sub-Saharan Africa news in brief: 18 June–1 July 2009
A new treatment for sleeping sickness, researchers find a way to detect malaria in pregnant women, Africa develops its biotechnology agenda, and more.
1 July 2009
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River blindness drug enters final trials
1 July 2009
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Practical Guides
Effective TB reporting
Guidance on how journalists can help tackle TB through effective, frequent reporting on research, policy and the disease's human toll.
