Science institutions from Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay and Uruguay are collaborating on the study of high-impact diseases in the region.

Newly-developed software to monitor food prices of staple crops may help reduce volatility in food prices in many Sub-Saharan countries.

Nepal plans to expand its household biogas programme, a model for developing countries, into commercial use.

Jordan will coordinate a network linking researchers in seven Arab countries.

Pakistan's science academy hosted six scientists from its Indian counterpart this week, leading to pledges on joint research projects.

Asia now collectively invests slightly more than the United States in research and development, says a report.

Japan is to help Vietnam develop a satellite programme to help combat the effects of climate change and natural disasters.

A conference has called for new agricultural universities in East and Central Africa with a focus on innovation.

The UN University is teaming up with partners in Germany and Mozambique to boost Africa's management of its natural resources.

China and African countries are collaborating on technology transfer to use bamboo charcoal instead of forest trees for firewood.

Scientists have called for more funding of regional collaborations and have suggested an 'Al Jazeera-style' science TV channel.

Four eastern members of the eight-nation SAARC grouping have agreed on a joint climate adaption strategy.

Science ministers and officials from 22 countries agreed in Panama a plan of action for fostering S&T and strengthening regional cooperation.

African and Latin American scientists are calling for drylands, which are home to two billion people, to be a key part of the Rio+20 agenda.

Bill Gates urged developed, emerging and developing economies to form 'triangular' partnerships to push innovations.

Libya's agricultural researchers are to receive seeds and training so they can get back on their feet after the recent revolution.

A rising burden of non-communicable diseases in Africa requires more investment in science, a conference has heard.

Botswana needs R&D to develop horticultural crop breeds suitable for local conditions to reduce imports from South Africa, say farmers.

Rather than waiting for researchers, African farmers are using their own experience to adapt to climate change, say scientists.

Scientists in the Arab states are calling for a coordinated approach to research, ahead of next year's Rio+20 conference.