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Bringing agriculture and health back together
Agriculture and health experts must work together to tackle disease, poverty and malnutrition, says development expert Jeff Waage.
Scientific cooperation for nuclear disarmament
Scientific collaborations can build trust and facilitate progress in nuclear arms control and disarmament.
23 June 2010
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Source: The Royal Society
Putting adaptation at the heart of development
A four-step plan to help governments integrate adaptation to climate change into development planning and policy.
11 December 2008
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Source: IIED
Brazilian newspapers bring science to their front pages
The presence of S&T news on the front page of three Brazilian newspapers refutes the idea that the subject does not interest the press, says a study.
30 August 2010
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Source: História, Ciências, Saúde-Manguinhos
African Union 'would consider taking on UNESCO-Obiang science prize'
The African Union would accept an application to consider taking on the controversial life sciences award, but a clear plan has yet to emerge.
27 August 2010
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How to run a successful science outreach event
Advice for science educators on how to design and run an engaging science outreach event.
10 August 2010
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Source: Institute of Research for Development (IRD)
Reporting embryonic stem cell science
Luisa Massarani offers tips on how to navigate your way through the highly controversial world of embryonic stem cell research.
16 December 2009
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Source: Panos London
28 October 2009
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Source: The Kaiser Family Foundation