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Indonesia eyes regional role with tsunami warning system

Indonesia's plans to become the regional tsunami warning centre have taken a step forward with the launch of its own warning system.

3 December 2008 | EN

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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

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Mathematical model suggests new approach to AIDS

A radical new proposal for curbing HIV/AIDS has been met with concerns about its human rights implications.

Source: The Guardian

27 November 2008 | EN | ES | 中文

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Web tool to improve parasite disease diagnosis

Local laboratories could identify parasite samples by comparing them with a 'gold standard' on the web.

27 November 2008 | EN | ES

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South Asia news in brief: 13–26 November 2008

Biodiversity study corridors mooted for Himalayas, India's methane culprits pinpointed, Cyclone Nargis alters Myanmar river sediments, and more.

26 November 2008 | EN

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Thinning glaciers 'endangering South Asian water supply

Glaciers in the Himalayas may not only be retreating but also thinning, leading to depleted water supplies in the next decades.

24 November 2008 | EN | 中文

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Obama's transition team raises hopes for developing world science

Two internationally minded scientists have joined the US president-elect's transition team, raising hopes for science in the developing world.

21 November 2008 | EN | ES | 中文

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TWAS calls for one per cent GDP investment in science

On its 25th anniversary, TWAS has called on governments to put science at the centre of their policymaking.

18 November 2008 | EN | ES

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South Asia News in brief: 31 October–12 November

Asian cities launch a roadmap for cleaner fuels, Pakistan monitors its carbon emissions, climate change at risk of neglect, and more.

12 November 2008 | EN

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India's tropical agriculture 'can support biodiversity'

Cultivation of areca nut in India can help conserve biodiversity, with implications for other forms of tropical farming, say researchers.

11 November 2008 | EN

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Pakistan to launch fisheries 'megaprojects'

Research will form an essential part of Pakistan's attempt to boost its fisheries sector.

10 November 2008 | EN

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Indian temperature rise 'will exceed projected rainfall'

The rise in temperature in India due to climate change will not be compensated for by increased rainfall, warns a leading climate scientist.

6 November 2008 | EN

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Incentives for Indian women scientists 'gathering dust'

Plans to introduce incentives for female researchers in India have been largely unaddressed, say top women scientists.

5 November 2008 | EN

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US$100 million awarded for innovation in health research

A new grant scheme by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation will award funds worth US$100 million for original research in health.

3 November 2008 | EN | 中文

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South Asia News in brief: 16–30 October

Pakistani scientists get connected, scientists find nitrogen dioxide 'hotspots', biomass fuels get a detailed analysis, and more.

30 October 2008 | EN

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Concerns raised over Indian patent bill

Concerns have been raised that India's proposed patent law will not encourage scientists to carry out neglected disease research.

28 October 2008 | EN | 中文

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UK research councils open Indian office

A new office of the Research Councils of the United Kingdom was opened in India last week, with the aim of enhancing collaboration.

27 October 2008 | EN

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Indian government accused of 'gaps' in GM trial regulation

The Indian government has come under fire over alleged flaws in regulating trials on genetically modified crops.

22 October 2008 | EN

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Safe water and sanitation 'key' to reducing poverty

A UN University report says safe water supplies and sanitation are the most important factors in addressing poverty and health problems.

22 October 2008 | EN | ES | 中文

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Pakistan launches task force on climate change

The effects of climate change on Pakistan's agriculture, economy and natural resources are the focus of a newly formed task force.

21 October 2008 | EN