Farming projects must be able to access research at any point along the innovation trajectory, say Rasheed Sulaiman V. and colleagues.

Technological innovation can't be imposed on poor people — they must be engaged to select ideas that suit their lives, writes Lawrence Gudza.

Current models of innovation ignore small-scale technology — institutions must ensure it's a key part of the agenda, says Tony Marjoram.

New models of intellectual property rights are needed to protect — and promote — local knowledge and innovations, says Anil Gupta.

Stunning fundraising success at Stellenbosch University is a model for others in Africa, but leadership is crucial, says Linda Nordling.

A culture of favouring science over technology comes at the expense of both technologists and research outputs, writes engineer Huafeng Wang.

Several Muslim countries rank among the world's most efficient innovators. They must build on this success, says Athar Osama.

Africa must use this week's science forum to adapt its innovation initiatives to fit a changing world, argues Linda Nordling.

There is a pressing need for Africa to bolster its pharmaceuticals industry, and that requires the right policy framework, argues Priya Shetty.

The Muslim world and donors should use nongovernmental networks to nurture the dormant seeds of entrepreneurship, says Athar Osama.

Improving health for the poor depends on nurturing local innovations — and learning how to deliver them, argue Abdallah Daar and Peter Singer.

Tackling gender equality with science and technology doesn't have to mean reinventing the wheel, argues Calestous Juma.

African governments with technology policies that focus only on ICT should rethink their priorities, says Ndubuisi Ekekwe.

India should establish a Young Academy to promote research-based solutions to development challenges, says Raghunath Mashelkar.

Pakistan’s universities need to have academic freedom to excel, rather than churn out fake research papers, says Pervez Hoodbhoy.

R&D funds levied on business must build organisations that offer short-term benefits through a clear strategy, says Athar Osama.

Improving access to information technology can help communities assess their own vulnerability and boost local planning, says John Waugh.

South Sudan's prosperity depends on more public universities serving more students — and focussing on S&T, not humanities, says John A. Akec.

Open innovation is key to the success of iHub and can change the working culture of any community of innovators, says Linda Kamau.

Some Muslim countries' powerful financial incentives to make quick progress in research could backfire, cautions Athar Osama.