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Agriculture & Environment: Indigenous knowledge

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Awareness of the value of indigenous knowledge — particularly its potential contribution to sustainable development — is growing at a time when such knowledge is being threatened as never before.

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Opinions and Analysis

Algerian journalists Even 'bad science' needs putting in context

Science journalists must help to root out misleading scientific claims, but not without sensitivity to culture and the limitations of science.

13 January 2012 | EN | ES | FR | 中文

Inuit in Canada How scientists can join forces with indigenous people

Several collaborations between researchers and indigenous communties are underway, but more needs to be done, says Henry P. Huntington.

18 October 2011 | EN
Source: Nature

Policy Briefs

Tackling malnutrition with traditional knowledge

Traditional knowledge can inform strategies for improving nutrition and help vulnerable populations cope with environmental change.

20 January 2010 | EN
Source: UN Standing Committee on Nutrition

Looking after local interests in protected areas

Involving local communities in biodiversity protection from the outset can boost both conservation and empowerment of local people.

27 March 2009 | EN
Source: NCCR North-South