Science and Development Network
News, views and information about science, technology and the developing world
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Although many developing countries are still not major players in space technology, there is a growing recognition that it can be of practical value — in predicting natural disasters or monitoring crops for example.
(Photo credit: NASA )
Opinions and Analysis
Support community mapping for climate adaptation
Improving access to information technology can help communities assess their own vulnerability and boost local planning, says John Waugh.
Famine response needs better science communication
The Horn of Africa drought exposes the continuing gap between our ability to predict disaster and to take effective humanitarian action.
News and Features
High temperatures 'make wheat old before its time'
Higher temperatures could decrease wheat yields by causing the crop to age prematurely.
8 February 2012
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Vietnam to launch earth-monitoring satellites
Japan is to help Vietnam develop a satellite programme to help combat the effects of climate change and natural disasters.
13 January 2012
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Kashmir susceptible to major quakes
21 December 2011
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EN
New Chilean satellite to boost sustainable development
21 December 2011
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