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Deforestation in the Amazon Deforestation dries up dams threatening hydropower

Hydropower plans in tropical regions should consider the effect of future deforestation on the water supply, says a study.

22 May 2013 | EN | ES

The Amazon Latin America up in arms over US firms' domain name grab

Latin American governments are contesting plans by US firms Amazon and Patagonia to take charge of new geographic Internet domains.

20 May 2013 | EN | ES

Features

Hugo Chavez in Guatamala After Chávez: the mixed legacy of revolutionary science

As presidential elections near in Venezuela, Andrea Small Carmona reports on the legacy of Hugo Chávez's socialist approach to science.

10 April 2013 | EN | ES

Pope Francis on the day of his inauguration What will the new pope mean for the development sector?

There are high hopes that Pope Francis I will usher in an era of health reform and social activism, but doubts remain, finds Imogen Mathers.

5 April 2013 | EN | ES


Editorial

science journalism Science journalism and communication make a good match

Communicators and journalists complement one another and should work together to promote public engagement with scientific knowledge.

10 May 2013 | EN | ES | FR

Opinions

Latin American Radar: Riding the wave of open access

Latin America is embracing the free access movement in its scientific production, but there are structural and economic challenges, says Carla Almeida.

20 May 2013 | ES

Investigación en biocombustibles Bioeconomy’s role in the developing world is at a crossroads

Bioeconomy opens up development opportunities for Latin America, but it also involves several risks, says Federico Vasen.

7 May 2013 | ES