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Muslim scientists played a vital role in the emergence of modern science, yet today science in Islamic societies is in a poor state. How can they improve the performance of Islamic science and encourage innovation?
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Opinions and Analysis
Scientists can help bring peace to the Middle East
Michael Greene reviews the ways in which regional scientific cooperation could promote peace in the Middle East.
How Muslims transformed Mediterranean countries
D. J. Murphy calls for Islamic cultures to rekindle their rich tradition of innovative science and technology from earlier centuries.
Lessons from the Ottoman Empire
3 October 2007
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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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Arab world debuts its first science news website
The Arab world has launched its first science news website, with the aim of communicating researchers' work to the public.
Kuwait unveils science and technology reform plan
27 October 2008
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