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Science & Innovation Policy: Science networks

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Networks of scientists — and science journalists — are springing up across the developing world in an attempt to raise awareness and promote informed decision-making on key issues, from climate change to education.

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Opinions and Analysis

Earth from space How not to move forward on achieving sustainability

A new intergovernmental panel would not be the best way of tackling the multifaceted challenges of sustainable development.

10 February 2012 | EN | ES | 中文

Pacific islands to map coastal hazards Support community mapping for climate adaptation

Improving access to information technology can help communities assess their own vulnerability and boost local planning, says John Waugh.

8 February 2012 | EN | ES

Policy Briefs

Collaborating in nuclear power plant Scientific cooperation for nuclear disarmament

Scientific collaborations can build trust and facilitate progress in nuclear arms control and disarmament.

23 June 2010 | EN
Source: The Royal Society

Farmer field school in Ethiopia Mobilising local institutes to aid rural adaptation

Local institutions are key to helping rural smallholders mitigate and adapt to climate change.

22 April 2010 | EN
Source: CGIAR Systemwide Program on Collective Action and Property Rights (CAPRi)


News and Features

Laboratorio Latin American countries launch biomedicine network

Science institutions from Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay and Uruguay are collaborating on the study of high-impact diseases in the region.

6 February 2012 | ES

Men with a solar panel in Tanzania The solar researchers aiming to light up Africa

Can a new network of African energy researchers lead the way on solar power for the continent? Christine Ottery finds out.

2 February 2012 | EN

Practical Guides

Journalist Navigating science PR in African institutions

Guidance on how science media officers can put African science on the map with balanced and effective reporting.

23 December 2011 | EN
Source: Wellcome Trust