SciDev.Net
Science and Development Network
News, views and information about science, technology and the developing world
A growing number of developing countries are recognising that the way in which governments justify, manage and prioritise scientific research and development affects social development and economic growth.
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Opinions and Analysis
Academies have no-one to fear but themselves
Science academies in the developing world must engage with the real world if they want to influence policy.
28 November 2008 | EN
Africa Analysis: Federal or regional science policy?
Last year's row between two pan-African policy bodies is feeding a split between regional and federal approaches to science, says Linda Nordling.
News and Features
Delay to intellectual property plan for Africa
African science leaders say an intellectual property blueprint will not work in its current form.
4 December 2008
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AU takes controversial lead in African S&T programmes
A move by the African Union to coordinate science and technology in the region signals some cooperation between two key bodies.
3 December 2008
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EN
Uruguay to fund online access to scientific journals
2 December 2008
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