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Science and NGO success stories: how collaborating works

From kidnap alerts to solar lighting, some NGOs find the high-tech answers they need. Andrew Williams and Imogen Mathers explain how.

22 May 2013 | EN

India lacks political will for science communication

Budgetary constraints and political apathy have resulted in poor science communication in India, says Archita Bhatta.

21 May 2013 | EN

Indian Science Congress tries to go inclusive in its 100th year

As the annual Indian Science Congress marks its centenary this month (3–7 January) the relevance of its present 'inclusive' form is being questioned, reports Archita Bhatta.

3 January 2013 | EN

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South-East Asia: EU's 'preferred partner' in science

Research collaborations between Europe and South-East Asia are increasing, but critics say regional initiatives must start producing practical outcomes.

14 December 2012 | EN | 中文

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Q&A: Roseanne Diab on science academies and climate risk

SciDev.Net talks to ASSAf's Roseanne Diab about the role of science academies in climate change awareness and risk reduction.

12 December 2012 | EN

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A match made in cyberspace: how networks nurture science

With the growth of online science networks, geography and economics no longer dictate how research is undertaken or published, finds Smriti Mallapaty.

7 November 2012 | EN | ES

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Science academies' role in development: presidents reveal it all

Science academies across South Asia and Africa are advocating for better science education and gender equity, reports T. V. Padma.

31 October 2012 | EN

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The rise of African science journalism

Science journalism in Africa is making remarkable progress, with widespread improvements in the quality and quantity of science in the media, reports Esther Nakkazi.

23 October 2012 | EN

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Accessing science as a human right to development

Making access to science a human right is a worthy goal, but how can it be enshrined? And will it really deliver? Jan Piotrowski investigates.

26 September 2012 | EN | ES | FR | 中文

Local and hi-tech responses needed when disaster strikes in Africa

Promoting innovation in conflict relief

Innovations in relief technologies are vital in the world's complex conflict zones. But there are barriers to overcome, writes Imogen Mathers.

20 September 2012 | EN

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Q&A with Odenildo Sena on science in Amazonas

Odenildo Sena discusses Brazilian science policy and shares his views on the main challenges for pushing science in the Amazon region.

24 July 2012 | EN | ES

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Your guide to science and technology at Rio+20

How will science and technology fare at the Rio+20 summit? Aisling Irwin looks at scientists' demands and assesses their chances.

12 June 2012 | EN | ES

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Supporting grassroots innovation: Facts and Figures

Adrian Smith and colleagues explore grassroots innovations, their potential for development and challenges facing practitioners.

2 May 2012 | EN | ES | FR | 中文

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Q&A: Vaughan Turekian on the AAAS's new science & diplomacy quarterly

SciDev.Net speaks to Vaughan Turekian, editor-in-chief of the AAAS's new quarterly publication, Science & Diplomacy, which launched this week.

15 March 2012 | EN

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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 | FR

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Q&A: Princess Sumaya on science after the Arab Spring

Princess Sumaya bint El Hassan of Jordan talks to SciDev.Net about hopes for science in the Middle East, science diplomacy and the role of women scientists.

25 January 2012 | EN | FR

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Quality control challenges for citizen science

Crowdsourced environmental data can be useful, for example in measuring black carbon emissions, but concerns remain about quality, says Yojana Sharma.

Source: SciDev.Net Conference Service

18 December 2011 | EN

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Q&A: Gretchen Kalonji on UNESCO's plans for science

SciDev.Net speaks to UNESCO's Gretchen Kalonji about how a new panel of experts is breathing fresh life into the organisation's science plans.

5 October 2011 | EN | FR | 中文

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Recycled kit equips African labs

A move to give African scientists recycled lab equipment has created an opportunity for networking and collaboration, says Vijaysree Venkatraman.

13 September 2011 | EN | FR

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How climate data is bringing benefits to Senegal's farmers

The InfoClim project, which distributes climate data to local communities, has helped Senegalese farmers adapt to climate change. SciDev.Net investigates.

11 August 2011 | EN | FR