SciDev.Net
Science and Development Network
News, views and information about science, technology and the developing world
Networking between journalists, scientists and policymakers can lead to more informed decision-making at national and regional levels. What networks are already in place? And how can they be most effective?
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Opinions and Analysis
When good neighbours become good collaborators
Asian scientists must work together to circumvent political tensions and produce high-quality research, says a Nature editorial.
How local knowledge can boost scientific studies
More should be done to strengthen ties between formal scientific research and informal grassroots innovations, says Anil Gupta.
15 March 2007
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A network of excellence for African development
13 December 2006
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University-industry links: lessons from South Africa
29 November 2006
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News and Features
Middle East's synchrotron runs short of funds
The Middle East's first synchrotron, which opened last month, still has to find US$19 million for its planned 2.5 GeV machine.
1 December 2008
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TWAS — torch bearer for science in the developing world
Twenty-five years after TWAS was set up, Yojana Sharma examines whether it is any nearer to achieving its ambitious goals
New network to raise profile of Muslim women scientists
4 August 2008
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Practical Guides
How to set up a science blog
Science blogs let you share your passion and expertise with the widest possible audience. Damian Carrington shows it's easy to get started.
Reporting from science conferences
Conferences can provide good news stories if you plan ahead, do your research, and mingle with the delegates, says K. S. Jayaraman.
Information Services
Reporting risk: what can we learn from Vietnam?
There is much to learn from Vietnamese approaches to reporting science and risk, says Son Kim Phan
PCST conference blog
Daily insights from the tenth public communication of science conference in Sweden
