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Arab world 'long way' from knowledge society
More funding and freedoms are needed if the Arab world is to reach its goal of becoming a knowledge-based society, a report finds.
NEWS | 18 November 2009 | EN
Colombia's vice-president leads innovation drive
Colombia's vice-president has given new impetus to the country's innovation system — a move well received by the scientific community.
South African innovation agency takes shape
South Africa's science minister has named the board members of a new agency that the government hopes will be the saviour of innovation.
NEWS | 21 July 2009 | EN
Africa backs new body to boost knowledge management
A new foundation, supported by a number of African banks, will seek to promote the use of scientific knowledge across the continent.
Less talk more action on science, Africa urged
Knowledge must be converted into application if Africa is to cure its ills, a conference in Senegal has been told.
Uruguay: Emigrated scientists to share knowledge
Uruguay will fund national scientists living abroad to return to the country temporarily and share their knowledge.
NEWS | 28 November 2008 | ES
UN boost for Iraq's science and technology sector
The UN has assisted Iraq in developing science and technology through an agreement that will support the country's science-based industry.
Lebanon to reform science and technology policy
Lebanon's parliament has endorsed a plan to reform science and technology policy with a focus on human resource development and capacity building.
NEWS | 21 August 2008 | EN
Genomic medicine sector 'needs government backing'
Genomic medicine in developing countries needs government support and protection of 'genomic sovereignty', says researchers.
NEWS | 26 June 2008 | EN
Arab leaders approve ten-year higher education strategy
Member states of the Arab League have approved a ten-year strategy aiming to boost higher education and scientific research.
NEWS | 4 April 2008 | EN
African finance ministers 'must boost R&D spending'
African finance ministers have been urged to increase funding for R&D in order to boost innovation systems on the continent.
NEWS | 9 March 2008 | EN
EU 'blue card' to attract Southern researchers
The European Union has announced the proposal of a 'blue card' scheme to attract skilled workers from Africa, Asia and Latin America.
NEWS | 29 October 2007 | EN
Foundation to narrow 'Arab knowledge gap'
The United Arab Emirates has announced a US$10 billion foundation to fund science for development in the Arab region.
NEWS | 25 May 2007 | EN
Indian education 'should not be driven by profits'
A senior Indian scientist says the World Bank's recommendation that India allow greater privatisation of higher education is misguided.
NEWS | 7 July 2005 | EN
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