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Science and Development Network
News, views and information about science, technology and the developing world
Entrepreneurship — setting up new businesses — can stimulate innovation and invigorate local markets. But the challenge in developing countries is often finding forms of entrepreneurship that meet the needs of the poor.
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Opinions and Analysis
A local approach to agri-technology in India
A bottom-up approach is making locally-appropriate pesticides available to India's poorer farmers, explains Daniel Puente-Rodríguez.
29 October 2008
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Gates Foundation can't go it alone
Bill and Melinda Gates' forays into aid are to be welcomed, but they can only succeed alongside government involvement.
Africa should pursue a homegrown malaria vaccine
25 April 2007
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Time for a venture capital comeback
7 July 2006
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News and Features
Innovate to accumulate
Emerging economies have shown how knowledge can be harnessed to fuel long-term development, writes Calestous Juma.
Innovative development projects receive awards
The Tech Museum of Innovation in the United States has recognised 25 laureates for their innovative development projects.
23 September 2008
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Colombia calls for applications to massive science fund
30 June 2008
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