SciDev.Net
Science and Development Network
News, views and information about science, technology and the developing world
Developing countries are increasingly recognising the importance of science in developing their economies, and the challenges that entails.
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
China is improving intellectual property rights
China is making good progress on intellectual property rights, says chairman of the UK Intellectual Property Institute, Ian Harvey.
Policy Briefs
Reducing health and environmental risks of pesticides
Advice for policymakers in southern Africa on how to improve pesticide use and reduce the risks they pose to human health and the environment.
6 November 2008
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Source: WAHSA
Opportunities and challenges in South–South collaboration
South–South research collaboration can be a powerful strategy for boosting scientific capacity and achieving common goals. But it should not be embraced uncritically, says Athar Osama.
News and Features
Argentina: S&T back on the development agenda
Following 40 years of persecution and governmental indifference, science and scientists are back on the Argentinian agenda.
2 December 2008
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Source: Nature
Argentina signs yet more science cooperation agreements
New commitments with Germany and several African nations bring Argentina's tally on science cooperation agreements to around 100.
2 December 2008
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Middle East's synchrotron runs short of funds
1 December 2008
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Q&A: Clean technologies with Yvo de Boer
1 December 2008
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Practical Guides
Spotting fraudulent claims in science
How do journalists know if a scientist's claim is true? Julie Clayton helps reporters check the quality of claims, and spot the fraudsters.
