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Science & Innovation Policy: Science in the Islamic world

Cairo_University_Nadia El-Awady

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 | EN

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.

11 April 2012 | EN | FR


News and Features

Wood shredder 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 | EN

Ahmed Zewail 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 | EN
Source: Nature News