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Lebanon to reform science and technology policy

Lebanon's parliament has endorsed a plan to reform science and technology policy with a focus on human resource development and capacity building.

21 August 2008 | EN

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Genomic medicine sector 'needs government backing'

Genomic medicine in developing countries needs government support and protection of 'genomic sovereignty', says researchers.

26 June 2008 | EN

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Arab leaders approve ten-year higher education strategy

Member states of the Arab League have approved a ten-year strategy aiming to boost higher education and scientific research.

4 April 2008 | EN

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African finance ministers 'must boost R&D spending'

African finance ministers have been urged to increase funding for R&D in order to boost innovation systems on the continent.

9 March 2008 | EN

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EU 'blue card' to attract Southern researchers

The European Union has announced the proposal of a 'blue card' scheme to attract skilled workers from Africa, Asia and Latin America.

29 October 2007 | EN

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Foundation to narrow 'Arab knowledge gap'

The United Arab Emirates has announced a US$10 billion foundation to fund science for development in the Arab region.

25 May 2007 | EN

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Indian education 'should not be driven by profits'

A senior Indian scientist says the World Bank's recommendation that India allow greater privatisation of higher education is misguided.

7 July 2005 | EN