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A rising generics industry in developing nations is helping secure access to cheap drugs for the world's poor. But controversies over patent rules could divert investment from already neglected diseases.

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Opinions and Analysis

Petri dish Biotech firms can thrive in the developing world

An Indian biotech firm shows how to balance health impact and financial return in the developing world, say Justin Chakma and colleagues.

16 August 2010 | EN | 中文
Source: Nature Biotechnology

Preparing for a PCR assay Vietnamese biotech has a healthy future

Vietnam is making rapid progress in developing biotechnology for a healthier society, says biotech expert Thai Nguyen.

21 July 2010 | EN | 中文

Policy Briefs

Controlling insect pests with GM technology

Genetically modified insects provide a new method for controlling insect-borne diseases and agricultural insect pests.

8 July 2010 | EN
Source: The Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology

Policies to tackle HIV/AIDS

Reducing the global burden of HIV/AIDS relies on increased funding, more research and targeted prevention strategies.

1 December 2009 | EN
Source: Health Affairs


News and Features

Buffalo Could self-vaccinating cattle cut disease?

Scientists in Malaysia are testing a live vaccine that spreads among cattle, protecting against a devastating disease.

1 September 2010 | EN | 中文

A frog on a leaf Frog skin antibiotics show promise against superbugs

Superbugs could one day be treated with antibiotic compounds found in frog skin mucus, according to United Arab Emirates researchers.

26 August 2010 | EN