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Science and Development Network
News, views and information about science, technology and the developing world
Acquiring foreign technologies through technology transfer can help developing countries progress both economically and socially. But, for real gains, it must be complemented by domestic technological efforts.
Opinions and Analysis
Time to turn words into deeds on health research
African ministers have committed themselves to a set of actions to boost health research in their countries. Now they must implement them.
27 June 2008 | EN
Risk research needed for water nanotechnology
Nanotechnology could help make drinking water safe, but the risks have to be weighed, say Thembela Hillie and Mbhuti Hlophe.
25 October 2007
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EN
Source: Nature Nanotechnology
Developing country scientists must 'own' research
25 October 2007
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EN
Source: Nature Immunology
Lessons from the Ottoman Empire
3 October 2007
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EN
Policy Briefs
Fostering technological capabilities in sub-Saharan Africa
Manufacturers in sub-Saharan Africa need policy support at all levels if their technological capabilities are to catch up with other developing countries. Carlo Pietrobelli looks at problems and solutions.
1 November 2006
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EN
News and Features
South–South industrial centre opens in Egypt
Egypt has set up a South–South cooperation centre to promote technology transfer and industrial development.
Colombia calls for applications to massive science fund
The Colombian government is calling for applications to a massive fund to support advanced training, science and innovation in the country.
30 June 2008
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UK boosts application and communication of research
23 April 2008
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