Putting science
at the heart of development
Recent years have seen growing international debate about the ethics of conducting medical research in the developing world, with concern that research participants have been exploited in the past.
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Opinions and Analysis
Asia-Pacific Analysis: The growth of stem-cell therapy
Research into stem cells is taking place across South-East Asia, but proven disease treatments are currently out of reach, says Crispin Maslog.
27 December 2012
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Responsible science is vital for development
S&T advances should safeguard health, equity and the rights of vulnerable populations, says rural development professional Bhavani R. V.
Biomed Analysis: A cautious welcome for online trials
19 June 2012
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Biomed Analysis: Why Africa must make its own drugs
22 March 2012
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News and Features
Fund to tackle data gap in humanitarian crisis response
Humanitarian crises need much stronger evidence to help drive effective health responses — the focus of a new US$10 million research fund.
5 June 2013
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Developing countries unprepared for research misconduct
Research into the extent of scientific misconduct in developing countries highlights the need to combat it, say researchers.
Practical Guides
Progress or PR? How to report clinical trials
T.V. Padma shows you how to separate real progress from hype and challenge poor practice when you're reporting on the conduct and outcomes of a clinical trial.
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