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WHO group championed the unconventional as well

Much of the criticism directed at a WHO report is "simply wrong", says Mary Moran, and readers should consult the full report.

1 February 2010 | EN

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Science for oceans

Our Spotlight examines how countries can make better use of scientific tools for sustainable management of marine resources
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Ocean knowledge

The facts and figures on 20 years of ocean monitoring progress — but also continuing challenges
Buoys gather real-time data that feed into ocean hazard warnings and rescue missions : NOAA

Buoy vandals

Countries must step up measures against damage of data buoys that puts early warning systems at risk
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Measuring progress

New, science-based indicators of sustainable development are needed at Rio+20, a conference hears
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Mapping locally

With a little help, communities can use technology to build local knowledge of climate change risks
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Seeking sustainability

If Rio+20 proposes an intergovernmental science panel, what form should it take?
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Neighbourly research

African scientists need to rely less on their ties with researchers in developed countries, says Linda Nordling
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Forgotten engineers

The role of engineering in shaping sustainable development is being forgotten, say engineers

Science diplomacy

Browse our latest collection of news and commentary on science diplomacy

A helping hand for higher education

How can donors support universities in the developing world? SciDev.Net examines the issues at hand