Putting science
at the heart of development
New technologies could help end poverty by 2030
Scientific advances have a key role but the challenge is using them without harming sustainable development, says report.
See also: Post-2015 planning offers compelling messages for scientists
Scientific information is crucial for a variety of stakeholders, but communicating science poses a challenge for all.
Opinions and Analysis
Post-2015 planning offers compelling messages for scientists
A UN panel's report indicates an unfamiliarity with scientists, but a London meeting has suggested various ways to develop collaboration.
Make development practitioners partners in research
Overcoming barriers to how research is used in practice is important — but it's just half the battle, says NGO research expert Rachel Hayman.
Latin American Radar: Riding the wave of open access
20 May 2013
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Policy Briefs
Overcoming obstacles to GM crop adoption
Careful assessment and policies on genetically modified crops could contribute to agricultural development and food security.
21 June 2012
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Source: Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology (POST)
Classifying knowledge for policymaking
Organising research into different types of knowledge can promote decision-making based on evidence from a range of sources.
27 April 2012
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Source: Overseas Development Institute
News and Features
Declaration questions impact factor of publications
Research centres, editors and scientists have called to eliminate distortions they claim are caused by the impact factor of scientific journals.
14 June 2013
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Q&A: Jeffrey Sachs on the world's post-MDG future
The UN special advisor and director of a key science network tells SciDev.Net what the road to 2015 will look like.
12 June 2013
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Beneficial use of science key to post-2015 development
12 June 2013
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Mobile app showcases Costa Rica’s biodiversity
11 June 2013
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Practical Guides
How to be an investigative science journalist
Investigative journalism is rewarding but requires vigilance, determination and preparation. K. S. Jayaraman shares tips from his career.
How to report science in local languages
Reporting science meaningfully in local languages requires more than a good dictionary. Bothina Osama shares tips on what works.
Navigating science PR in African institutions
23 December 2011
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Source: Wellcome Trust
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