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WIPO recognises developing world rights
The World Intellectual Property Organization has adopted a fresh agenda that recognises the rights and needs of developing countries.04/10/07
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US centre boosts technology ventures
A new US academic centre will encourage students to undertake business ventures supporting sustainable growth in developing countries.28/09/07
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Parasitic worm uses sugar to fool immune system
The worm that causes schistosomiasis escapes the human immune sytem by distracting it with sugars, say researchers.11/09/07
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‘Gene screen’ speeds up Leishmaniasis detection
A 'gene screening' technique could help researchers determine Leishmaniasis host and parasite species faster, improving patient care.15/08/07
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Sudan to launch “1,000 Wells for Darfur”
The discovery of a lake under northern Darfur has prompted an initiative to fund well-drilling in the region.25/06/07
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Islamic fund created to secure food in Niger
Islamic states have agreed to donate US$370 million to Niger over the next five years to combat desertification and ...19/06/07
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Bacteria ‘could be recruited to attack malaria’
Scientists have identified bacteria that live in mosquitoes that could be used as a method of malaria control.18/05/07
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Chimp test signals hepatitis vaccine progress
A hepatitis C vaccine candidate can induce an immune response in chimpanzees, signalling progress in the quest for a ...15/05/07
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Anti-cancer agent offers sleeping sickness hope
African sleeping sickness could be treated with an anti-cancer agent, according to researchers.01/05/07
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Malaysia to lead South-South collaboration
South-South cooperation will receive a boost with plans for a Malaysian-based centre for scientific networking and collaboration.27/04/07