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Funding for science in developing countries — from donor agencies or government treasuries — is on the rise. But how is it being spent? And can science funding alone boost economic growth?
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Opinions and Analysis
Time to coordinate science aid
Harmonising 'science for development' funding would make science aid more effective, benefiting both donors and recipients.
27 November 2009 | EN
Africa Analysis: Progress on science spending?
After 2006's commitment to one per cent GDP spending on science, is Africa keeping up, falling behind or investing, asks Linda Nordling.
Debating Pakistan's higher education overhaul
15 October 2009
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Source: Nature
Policy Briefs
Working with foreign universities to build capacity
Sending students abroad and inviting in foreign institutions are both effective methods for boosting developing world higher education.
11 March 2009
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Source: OECD
News and Features
China's farming ambitions in Mozambique take shape
A farming research centre is set to open in Mozambique with funding, seeds and advice from China.
US fund aims to boost Islamic technology
The United States has launched a fund to promote Islamic technology, the latest step in fulfilling President Obama's promises to the region.
2 November 2009
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Thinking big — and expensive — in the Saudi desert
23 October 2009
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Source: Science
Practical Guides
How do I apply for a research grant?
What will give you the best chance of getting a research grant? Thomas Egwang explains.
13 February 2008
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Information Services
Missed the Global Health Forum 2009?
Our blog, by SciDev.Net columnist Priya Shetty, will fill you in, as will our interview with the Global Forum's Gill Samuels
Clean cooperation
Countries must cooperate to develop clean technologies. Joint technology innovation centres can help
