SciDev.Net
Science and Development Network
News, views and information about science, technology and the developing world
Developing scientific skills and infrastructure is the first step towards improving a country's ability to use science and technology to promote sustainable development.
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Opinions and Analysis
Cross-cultural partnerships must talk to build trust
Academic partnerships bring knowledge and drive economic growth, but success depends on good communications that build trust, says Tim Gore.
4 December 2008
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Develop capacity to make the most of biotech
Biotechnology holds great promise for developing countries, but only if they build up their scientific capacity, says TWAS fellow Indira Nath.
12 November 2008
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Source: Nature
Policy Briefs
Reducing health and environmental risks of pesticides
Advice for policymakers in southern Africa on how to improve pesticide use and reduce the risks they pose to human health and the environment.
6 November 2008
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Source: WAHSA
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.
News and Features
EU money to help Southern scientists compete for funding
African, Caribbean and Pacific scientists can for the first time get EU support for building resources to vie for international research funds.
4 December 2008
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Argentina signs yet more science cooperation agreements
New commitments with Germany and several African nations bring Argentina's tally on science cooperation agreements to around 100.
Q&A: Clean technologies with Yvo de Boer
1 December 2008
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UN climate chief calls for green technology 'revolution'
28 November 2008
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