Communicators and journalists complement one another and should work together to promote public engagement with scientific knowledge.

Offering more images, audio and video will entice new readers to science-related development stories that they might otherwise overlook.

Relying on the news provided in press releases means that more complicated — but crucial — science stories will remain hidden.

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

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.

A greater commitment to multidisciplinary research, and to local problem solving, is essential to achieving future development goals.

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.

Efforts to limit publication of controversial bird flu research could end up doing more harm than good.

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

Christina Scott, champion of science journalism across Africa, has died.

The world is close to eradicating polio, but countries need consistent vigilance — including informed media coverage — to reach this goal.

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

The recent riots in the United Kingdom have shown the dark side of social media. But we must avoid heavy restrictions on their use.

The Horn of Africa drought exposes the continuing gap between our ability to predict disaster and to take effective humanitarian action.

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.

The scientific community should commit to communication as an integral part of a researcher's professional role.