Science and Development Network
News, views and information about science, technology and the developing world
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Muslim scientists played a vital role in the emergence of modern science, yet today science in Islamic societies is in a poor state. How can they improve the performance of Islamic science and encourage innovation?
(Photo credit: Nadia El-Awady)
Opinions and Analysis
Islam Analysis: Knowledge economies remain elusive
Building a knowledge society in the Islamic World requires structural change — not fads and symbolism, argues Athar Osama.
18 May 2012
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Islam Analysis: Discover what drives efficient innovation
Several Muslim countries rank among the world's most efficient innovators. They must build on this success, says Athar Osama.
Arab countries need green economies rooted in science
28 March 2012
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Islam Analysis: Reviving a culture of entrepreneurship
15 March 2012
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News and Features
Egypt to test multi-purpose power units
Egypt has partnered with European nations to build a facility to test technology that can produce electricity and desalinate water.
11 May 2012
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Egypt's Zewail science city hit by universities' dispute
Ahead of its September opening, Egypt's high-profile science and technology city is mired in a dispute over who owns the site's buildings.
10 May 2012
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Source: Nature News
Boko Haram attacks 'undermining Nigeria's development'
9 May 2012
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Pakistan polio vaccination project among award winners
27 April 2012
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