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News, views and information about science, technology and the developing world
Modern biotechnology is opening up new opportunities for scientists and plant breeders to improve crops and control plant pests and diseases, to help farmers in the developing world.
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Opinions and Analysis
Develop capacity to make the most of biotech
Biotechnology holds great promise for developing countries, but only if they build up their scientific capacity, says TWAS fellow Indira Nath.
12 November 2008
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Source: Nature
Biotechnology is not the only solution
Biotechnology is only one of a set of approaches needed to solve the world's problems, says an editorial in Nature Biotechnology.
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
The case for joint action on biotechnology in Africa
What are the main issues that African nations face in forthcoming negotiations on biotechnology and biosafety?
4 June 2007
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Source: The International Institute for Sustainable Development
News and Features
China's GM ambition raises biosafety concerns
Opinions on China's recent US$3.7 billion GM roll-out remain divided, with concerns over potential risks and regulation loopholes.
Kenya prepares to approve biosafety legislation
Kenya's parliament expects to approve its much-delayed biosafety bill before the Christmas break.
6 November 2008
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Indian government accused of 'gaps' in GM trial regulation
22 October 2008
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