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Developing countries are increasingly recognising the importance of science in developing their economies, and the challenges that entails.

Opinions and Analysis

Africa Analysis: Progress on science spending?

After 2006's commitment to one per cent GDP spending on science, is Africa keeping up, falling behind or investing, asks Linda Nordling.

29 October 2009 | EN

Biomed Analysis: Mothers' health needs targeted science

Maternal health needs a new, pragmatic, research-led approach targeted specifically for developing countries, says Priya Shetty.

23 October 2009 | EN

Debating Pakistan's higher education overhaul

15 October 2009 | EN
Source: Nature

Policy Briefs

Innovation systems for agricultural development

An innovation systems approach to agricultural research can be better for sustainable development than a linear pipeline approach.

22 May 2009 | EN
Source: IFPRI

Working with foreign universities to build capacity

Sending students abroad and inviting in foreign institutions are both effective methods for boosting developing world higher education.

11 March 2009 | EN
Source: OECD


News and Features

GM potato gets roasting in South Africa

South African researchers have lodged an appeal against their government's rejection of a genetically modified potato.

4 November 2009 | EN

US fund aims to boost Islamic technology

The United States has launched a fund to promote Islamic technology, the latest step in fulfilling President Obama's promises to the region.

2 November 2009 | EN

Brazil: Fertile ground for science?

1 November 2009 | ES
Source: Nature

Practical Guides

Making science count in policy

Ideas on how scientists can make sure their research becomes part of the policymaking process.

1 October 2009 | EN
Source: NERC