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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Make development practitioners partners in research
Overcoming barriers to how research is used in practice is important — but it's just half the battle, says NGO research expert Rachel Hayman.
22 May 2013
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Developing nations should avoid 'slow science'
Scientists in developing countries should increase the quality of their research by publishing more good papers, not fewer, says Rafael Loyola.
Measuring progress on technology for development
The Rio+20 Secretariat's analysis of S&T trends and achievements since the 1992 Earth Summit points to ways of accelerating progress.
16 March 2012
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Source: UN Conference on Sustainable Development (Rio+20)
Scientific cooperation for nuclear disarmament
Scientific collaborations can build trust and facilitate progress in nuclear arms control and disarmament.
23 June 2010
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Source: The Royal Society
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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Scientists upbeat about their role in development goals
After an expert meeting, scientists are increasingly positive that policymakers will involve science in the Sustainable Development Goals process.
3 January 2013
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Using digital tools for journalism
Science journalist Lynne Smit is your guide to the digital research and publishing tools that are changing the working lives of journalists.
How to report from visits and field trips
Journalist Tan Shiow Chin shares tips for getting the best out of visits to scientists in their natural habitats.