Science and Development Network
News, views and information about science, technology and the developing world
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Information and communication technologies (ICTs) have come to play a central role in development strategies — from food production through health delivery to education and the media.
(Photo credit: R. Nyberg/USAID)
Opinions and Analysis
Support community mapping for climate adaptation
Improving access to information technology can help communities assess their own vulnerability and boost local planning, says John Waugh.
How to nurture entrepreneurs and stimulate innovation
Open innovation is key to the success of iHub and can change the working culture of any community of innovators, says Linda Kamau.
25 January 2012
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Biomed Analysis: Rolling out what works in mobile health
21 December 2011
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Policy Briefs
Improving access to ICTs for development
Learning from experience can help Zambia build on past successes in using ICTs and reach those most in need.
7 October 2011
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Source: Panos London
Improving livelihoods with ICTs
ICT projects can be strategic tools for development if they consider social contexts and are tailored to community needs.
News and Features
Wikipedia to be free on mobiles in Africa, Middle East
Access to the online encyclopaedia Wikipedia will be free from mobile phones for Orange customers in Africa and the Middle East.
13 February 2012
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Software apps for African farmers win prizes
Software applications, or apps, that help solve East African farmers' climate problems have received cash prizes in the Apps4Africa competition.
8 February 2012
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Monitoring software may help stabilise food prices
1 February 2012
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Testing lab will boost electronics industry in the Philippines
31 January 2012
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Practical Guides
How to set up a science blog
Science blogs let you share your passion and expertise with the widest possible audience. Damian Carrington shows it's easy to get started.
