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Science & Innovation Policy: Technology transfer

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Acquiring foreign technologies through technology transfer can help developing countries progress both economically and socially. But, for real gains, it must be complemented by domestic technological efforts.

Opinions and Analysis

Cross-cultural partnerships must talk to build trust

Academic partnerships bring knowledge and drive economic growth, but success depends on good communications that build trust, says Tim Gore.

4 December 2008 | EN

A carbon nanotube Technology transfer is key to reaping nanotech benefits

Technology transfer is central to translating nanotechnology research into benefits for society, says Bai Chunli.

13 November 2008 | EN | 中文
Source: Nature

Risk research needed for water nanotechnology

25 October 2007 | EN
Source: Nature Nanotechnology

Policy Briefs

Cotton processing factory in South Africa Fostering technological capabilities in sub-Saharan Africa

Manufacturers in sub-Saharan Africa need policy support at all levels if their technological capabilities are to catch up with other developing countries. Carlo Pietrobelli looks at problems and solutions.

1 November 2006 | EN


News and Features

SESAME, Al-Balqa Applied University 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 | EN

Yvo De Boer Q&A: Clean technologies with Yvo de Boer

Yvo de Boer, the UN climate chief, speaks to SciDev.Net about getting clean technology into the developing world.

1 December 2008 | EN