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Satellite rainfall estimation in the Himalayas, India builds its first foreign satellite, arsenic contamination in Pakistan, and more.

The US Institute of Medicine says global health — and health research — should become central to US foreign policy.

Guinea worm might be eradicated, Nigeria and Mali roll out HIV testing, Angola is urged to improve its child vaccination monitoring and more.

A new network aims to serve scientific research communities by enabling the Middle East to link directly with European research networks.

The Bibliotheca Alexandrina is creating a cyberstore of scientific lectures to help improve science education in developing nations.

Brazil needs a US$4.3 billion investment to boost development and growth of its technology parks, according to a study.

New commitments with Germany and several African nations bring Argentina's tally on science cooperation agreements to around 100.

Local laboratories could identify parasite samples by comparing them with a 'gold standard' on the web.

Biodiversity study corridors mooted for Himalayas, India's methane culprits pinpointed, Cyclone Nargis alters Myanmar river sediments, and more.

Nigeria's communications satellite has broken down, dashing hopes of digital outreach to rural communities.

A report has warned that research into the safety of nanomaterials is not keeping up with their rapid development.

Costa Rica's Ministry of Science has introduced a Google group to encourage its citizens to suggest and discuss innovative ideas.

Asian cities launch a roadmap for cleaner fuels, Pakistan monitors its carbon emissions, climate change at risk of neglect, and more.

Disease money 'rerouted' in Zimbabwe, farming methods could halve Africa's poverty, the search for a HIV/AIDS vaccine continues, and more.

The Arab world has launched its first science news website, with the aim of communicating researchers' work to the public.

Venezuela has launched a satellite that will contribute to telemedicine and education, and offer access to the country's rural areas.

Pakistani scientists get connected, scientists find nitrogen dioxide 'hotspots', biomass fuels get a detailed analysis, and more.

South Africa will use mobile phone text messages to encourage people to get tested and treated for HIV/AIDS.

According to a study in three Latin American countries, Internet connectivity in schools is contributing to narrowing the digital gap.

The incoming president of the International Council for Science says that promoting developing world science education will be her top priority.