Putting science
at the heart of development
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.
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Opinions and Analysis
Asia-Pacific Analysis: Easing megacity congestion
Science may be the only way to keep traffic moving in the region's huge cities as car numbers continue to rise, says Crispin Maslog.
29 April 2013
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Open access is the future for Africa's science media
Brains Network editor Marc Mcilhone backs open sharing in the second article on how to support online science journalism in Africa.
Focus on Disability: Transfer technology to all
17 April 2013
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Policy Briefs
Building resilience to disasters
Technology and scientific research can help communities in the developing world build resilience to disasters.
29 February 2012
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Source: UK Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology
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
News and Features
Education technology 'most effective' when tailored to pupils
Technologies for education can help to advance learning in developing nations, but need to be carefully targeted at pupils, says a study.
24 May 2013
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Fun and games help communicate disaster science
Games can help people to see disaster risks and effects with their own eyes, helping them to engage with complex science, a conference hears.
23 May 2013
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Science and NGO success stories: how collaborating works
22 May 2013
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Practical Guides
Using digital tools for journalism
Science journalist Lynne Smit is your guide to the digital research and publishing tools that are changing the working lives of journalists.
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.
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