Putting science
at the heart of development
Governance concerns a country's capacity to implement public policies and help coordinate the private sector. Effective governance is essential to developing sustainable science and technology policy.
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Opinions and Analysis
In Perspective: What really holds back Islamic science
Conservative traditions, rather than religious belief, seem to be the main barrier to modern science in Muslim countries, says David Dickson.
Informal dialogues can help drive global health policy
With the global community gearing up for World Health Day, informal dialogues can build partnerships to drive health policy.
Policy Briefs
Classifying knowledge for policymaking
Organising research into different types of knowledge can promote decision-making based on evidence from a range of sources.
27 April 2012
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Source: Overseas Development Institute
Measuring progress on technology for development
The Rio+20 Secretariat's analysis of S&T trends and achievements since the 1992 Earth Summit points to ways of accelerating progress.
16 March 2012
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Source: UN Conference on Sustainable Development (Rio+20)
News and Features
Is city growth driving malaria elimination?
A study reveals a link between urbanisation and malaria, raising hope that cities sprouting in developing nations will help reduce malaria.
Panel from least developed nations to 'jumpstart' SDG debates
Development experts from the world's least developed countries have launched an independent group to bring local concerns to the UN debating table.
10 May 2013
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Nepal to generate electricity from waste
3 May 2013
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Mexican presidency creates entity to coordinate ST&I
26 April 2013
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Practical Guides
How to report on science policy
Announcements about changes in science policy don't always tell the full story. Linda Nordling shows how to report the facts behind the spin.
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