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Malaria vaccine on the way to final-stage trials
A malaria vaccine looks set to enter final-stage clinical trials after earlier trials deemed it effective and safe to ...16/12/08
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African universities agree to support ‘homegrown’ research solutions
Universities in Africa have backed a scheme to incorporate more community-driven and environmental initiatives into teaching and research.08/12/08
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Food supplement slashes anaemia rates in children
A nutritional supplement, 'Sprinkles', can cut iron deficiency rates in children in developing countries, according to new research.31/07/07
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Mapping can save forests, say African scientists
Geospatial technology is helping scientists and communities to map forest loss and biodiversity, according to scientists in Africa.27/07/07
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GM maize gives virus nowhere to hide
Researchers have developed a virus-resistant GM maize that could enhance food security and promote GM crops in Africa.12/07/07
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Kenya signs deal to exploit microbial goldmine
Kenya has formed a partnership with a biotechnology company to find and develop microbial enzymes with industrial applications.05/07/07
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Pregnant HIV patients need extra antimalarials
Pregnant women in Africa can still be treated with a single antimalarial drug during pregnancy, but those with HIV ...20/06/07
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New vaccine to stall African meningitis epidemics
A new vaccine promises better and longer lasting protection against meningitis, and at low cost, say researchers.15/06/07
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Frontrunner emerges in East African malaria therapy
A study comparing antimalarial combination therapies in East Africa has identified the most effective one.07/06/07
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Kenya creates ‘poverty map’
A new Kenyan atlas provides insight into the links between poverty and environmental factors.01/06/07
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Cerebral malaria gets toxic treatment
A study in mice has shown that inhaling carbon monoxide gas could prevent the development of cerebral malaria.22/05/07
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Regional cooperation ‘key to development’
Neighbouring countries must work together effectively to get development rolling, according to an independent evaluation group at the World ...30/03/07