Research collaboration: the case for better understanding
Successful efforts to implement effective South–South research collaboration require a better understanding of what works best and why.
Putting science
at the heart of development
Regional partnerships promise to strengthen scientific research capacity and sustainable development. Our Spotlight examines the benefits, how well we know what works, and what support they need to fulfil their potential.
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Features
Q&A: The growing promise in South–South scientific collaboration
Jacob Palis, president of the Brazilian Academy of Sciences, talks about shared responsibility and a rosy future for South–South research collaboration.
Opinions
Stable support needed for African malaria networks
African malaria research networks have helped scientists combat the disease, but they need more stable support and longer-term funding, says Thomas Egwang.
14 May 2008 | EN
Collaboration requires a strong home base
Developing-world scientists should make every effort to pursue careers at home – and their governments should help them, says Mohamed Hassan.
Source: 科学与发展网络 (SciDev.Net)
China and India set the pace in South–South cooperation
Renewed political commitment means China and India could set the pace for bilateral South–South collaboration, say Purnima Rupal and Dinesh Abrol.
Policy Briefs
Opportunities and challenges in South–South collaboration
South–South research collaboration can be a powerful strategy for boosting scientific capacity and achieving common goals. But it should not be embraced uncritically, says Athar Osama.
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