SciDev.Net

Technology transfer is central to translating nanotechnology research into benefits for society, says Bai Chunli.

Physics is important for sustainable economic growth, says physicist Reza Mansouri.

Over 25 years, TWAS has fostered and celebrated science in the South. Jacob Palis looks back — and forward to the challenges ahead.

The global community must not forget countries suffering scientific stagnation, says TWAS executive director, Mohamed H. A. Hassan.

Linda Nordling reflects on what the future holds for South African researchers following the resignation of former president Thabo Mbeki.

Developing biomedical research in China poses a massive challenge, says Zhu Chen.

Pakistan's new government must continue to support science and technology, says an editorial in Nature.

We need better global monitoring for chronic diseases before we can really tackle the risks factors and prevent illness, says Colin Mathers.

Multidrug-resistant TB needs more research to equip healthcare workers with the right tools, write Frank G. J. Cobelens and colleagues.

Super crops won't be enough — the planet will run short of food by 2030 unless we invest to avoid an imminent world water crisis, says Colin Chartres.

South Africa's rating system for researchers belongs to the past, but its administrators are reluctant to change, says Michael Cherry.

Developing-world scientists should make every effort to pursue careers at home – and their governments should help them, says Mohamed Hassan.

Renewed political commitment means China and India could set the pace for bilateral South–South collaboration, say Purnima Rupal and Dinesh Abrol.

By tapping into the increase in developing country scientists, US innovators could reinforce their market positions, says G. Pascal Zachary.

Weaknesses in HIV research design have hindered progress in identifying prevention strategies, say Stephen W. Lagakos and Alicia R. Gable.

Peter J. Hotez argues that the Guantanamo camp should be converted into a research institute for Latin America's neglected diseases.

There is no need for labs to poach researchers from developing countries —  let them return home but maintain collaboration, argues John Kirkland.

Twenty-five years after the discovery of HIV, there is no marketable AIDS vaccine — and it is uncertain whether there ever will be, writes Robert Steinbrook.

Africa should invest in generating software content that encourages children to engage with technology, writes Calestous Juma.

Dryland farmers are growing novel crops for biofuel, but domestication and research into yields and pests is still needed, says William Dar.