Putting science
at the heart of development
Policymakers, such as politicians and senior government officials, need relevant, timely and easily digestible information on science-based issues. How this can be achieved effectively?
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Opinions and Analysis
Informal dialogues can help drive global health policy
With the global community gearing up for World Health Day, informal dialogues can build partnerships to drive health policy.
Latin American Analysis: Between opinion and influence
Initiatives to boost public participation on S&T policies must clarify their objectives and their impact should be assessed, says Carla Almeida.
18 March 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
India lacks political will for science communication
Budgetary constraints and political apathy have resulted in poor science communication in India, says Archita Bhatta.
21 May 2013
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Panel from least developed nations to 'jumpstart' SDG debates
Development experts from the world's least developed countries have launched an independent group to bring local concerns to the UN debating table.
10 May 2013
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Practical Guides
How to tell policymakers about scientific uncertainty
Uncertainty is part of science but it's no excuse for indecision. Chandrika Nath shows how to communicate uncertainty to policymakers.
Navigating science PR in African institutions
Guidance on how science media officers can put African science on the map with balanced and effective reporting.
23 December 2011
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Source: Wellcome Trust
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