Putting science
at the heart of development
It is hailed as having the potential to help solve some of the developing world's biggest problems. But what can nanotechnology — the science of the infinitely small — really do? And what are its risks and benefits?
(Photo credit: Chris Ewels)
Opinions and Analysis
Successful innovation depends on engaging the grassroots
Technological innovation can't be imposed on poor people — they must be engaged to select ideas that suit their lives, writes Lawrence Gudza.
Investment in ICT is no substitute for technology policy
African governments with technology policies that focus only on ICT should rethink their priorities, says Ndubuisi Ekekwe.
2 March 2012
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Biomed Analysis: Engage the public on new technologies
16 November 2011
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News and Features
Nanotech filter may protect farmed fish from fungus
Toxic nanoparticle treatment of ponds of farmed fish could be made safe by embedding in into water filters, find scientists in Iran.
14 May 2013
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Nanowire device may help tackle malaria drug resistance
A diagnostic device no bigger than a smartphone harnesses nanotechnology to detect the specific type of malaria a patient is infected with.
25 April 2013
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Sri Lanka launches office to foster innovation
14 March 2013
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