Putting science
at the heart of development
Development work may engage both NGO practitioners and scientists in research institutions, but they have limited opportunities for interaction. Our Spotlight asks how wide the divide is and what can be done to better align their efforts.
Opinions and Analysis
In Perspective: Modernising science's social code
A planned update of a 1974 UN document could create a useful template for socially responsible science, says David Dickson.
22 May 2013
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Technical input 'on the ground' deserves donor backing
Development needs collective local action. More science and technical advisors should be supporting that, says research officer Harry Jones.
22 May 2013
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Too many Southern NGOs follow foreign agendas
22 May 2013
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Make development practitioners partners in research
22 May 2013
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Policy Briefs
Developing innovation systems for African agriculture
Developing innovation systems, rather than technology transfer, can benefit small farmers and promote agricultural development in Africa.
9 July 2012
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Source: Future Agricultures Consortium
Overcoming obstacles to GM crop adoption
Careful assessment and policies on genetically modified crops could contribute to agricultural development and food security.
21 June 2012
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Source: Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology (POST)
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.
Jaffna aquifer depleting from overuse
Researchers are calling for regulation of groundwater use in Sri Lanka's Jaffna peninsula to prevent a future crisis.
24 May 2013
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Science and NGO practice: Facts and figures
22 May 2013
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Science and NGO success stories: how collaborating works
22 May 2013
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Practical Guides
How to question numbers
Linda Nordling on how questioning numbers in policy statements gives journalists credibility and clout — and reveals new stories.
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