Putting science
at the heart of development
Healthcare poses a complex challenge for developing countries, interweaving problems of science, health and development.
Opinions and Analysis
Focus on Disability: Anti-polio drive needs to be universal
Efforts to eradicate polio by 2018 must ensure that people with disabilities are included in elimination strategies, says Sue Coe.
23 May 2013
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Informal dialogues can help drive global health policy
With the global community gearing up for World Health Day, informal dialogues can build partnerships to drive health policy.
Invest in health systems for a balanced approach
3 April 2013
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Policy Briefs
Overcoming obstacles to GM crop adoption
Careful assessment and policies on genetically modified crops could contribute to agricultural development and food security.
21 June 2012
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Source: Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology (POST)
Controlling insect pests with GM technology
Genetically modified insects provide a new method for controlling insect-borne diseases and agricultural insect pests.
8 July 2010
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Source: The Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology
News and Features
US$100 chip may ease diagnosis of 15 tropical disease
A multitasking microchip that can test blood samples for diseases including malaria and sleeping sickness has been launched in Singapore.
21 May 2013
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Is city growth driving malaria elimination?
A study reveals a link between urbanisation and malaria, raising hope that cities sprouting in developing nations will help reduce malaria.
India develops cheap rotavirus vaccine
16 May 2013
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WHO approves synthetic source of artemisinin
13 May 2013
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Practical Guides
Keeping genomics in perspective
Reporting healthcare genomics in the real world — tips from K.S. Jayaraman on uncovering hype, tackling the issues and staying relevant.
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