Science and Development Network
News, views and information about science, technology and the developing world
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Opinions and Analysis
Why we need Sustainable Development Goals
Rio+20 must launch SDGs to guide countries through complex development challenges, argues Colombian ministry official Paula Caballero Gómez.
Biomed Analysis: Sustainability goals too light on health
The proposed Sustainable Development Goals need more focus on health to continue the progress achieved with MDGs, argues Priya Shetty.
Policy Briefs
Improving early childhood nutrition
Nutritional interventions can improve health, save lives and boost economic growth but only if implemented before the age of two.
20 January 2010
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Source: International Food Policy Research Institute
Tackling malnutrition with traditional knowledge
Traditional knowledge can inform strategies for improving nutrition and help vulnerable populations cope with environmental change.
20 January 2010
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Source: UN Standing Committee on Nutrition
News and Features
Researchers look to nanotech to keep fruit fresh
Researchers in South Asia are hoping that nanomaterials will increase the shelf-life of fruit, leading to healthier diets.
29 May 2012
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X-ray technology harnessed to grow more nutritious crops
Rwandan agriculture researchers are using an X-ray technique developed by the mining sector to improve the nutrition value of beans.
