Governments in the Middle East and North Africa are recognising the links between the uprisings and science for development, says Bothina Osama.

A SciDev.Net survey reveals the challenges of applying research insights to policy and practice, and underscores that evidence is not enough.

Making science integral to the new development agenda will need new frameworks — and new thinking about the goals.

A consultation with science policy stakeholders in Asia–Pacific throws up tensions between research priorities that link to science governance.

Science is a clear part of Brazil's main TV news agenda. But, as in other developing countries, scientists can do more to engage with the media.

The momentum for Open Access is unstoppable. Now the global science community must manage change to ensure poorer regions are not left behind.

The Olympic Games remind us that — as in science — competitiveness must be tempered with cooperation to achieve social development.

The message from Rio+20 is for practical action to deliver existing targets. Scientists must identify and overcome barriers to change.

Co-hosting the world's largest radio telescope raises South Africa's scientific standing. But it must also help meet the country's social needs.

Efforts to promote sustainable development must tap into technologies developed locally, driven by community needs and priorities.

The shortage of credible and diverse voices in science undermines the capacity of journalists to respond to development challenges.

A meeting in London this week will show whether science can not only diagnose our environmental crisis but also provide effective solutions.

Science journalists must help to root out misleading scientific claims, but not without sensitivity to culture and the limitations of science.

A Ugandan report suggests that policymakers' interest in science and technology is growing. But they need support to turn it into action.

We need more information about science journalists in the developing world, and what they need to develop their skills.

Government attempts to control science communication clash with public demands for accountability, and journalists must resist this trend.

Biosafety is important, but so is ensuring that GM crops benefit the rural poor and that decisions are based on sound science.

Science cannot resolve political conflict. But scientific cooperation can have a key role in maximising post-conflict opportunities.

Evaluating science in a knowledge economy needs more than just academic criteria.