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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
Uganda pilots scientist–MP 'shadowing scheme'
The Uganda National Academy of Science will trial a new pairing scheme where scientists shadow MPs and vice versa.
8 July 2008
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Q&A: Closing the gender gap
Prudence Mutowo, winner of a 2006 L'Oreal UNESCO fellowship, speaks to SciDev.Net about her experiences as a woman in science.
30 April 2008
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Agreement signed to boost young's science knowledge
7 March 2008
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Source: Juventud Rebelde y Radio Rebelde
New scheme to unite UK scientists with developing world
4 March 2008
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Practical Guides
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.
How do I become media savvy?
Marina Joubert explains that cooperating with the media is in scientists' interests — and isn't as scary as you might think.
10 February 2008
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