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Translational research key to HIV vaccine

New funding mechanisms to support translational research are vital to develop a successful HIV vaccine, says Wayne C. Koff.

Source: Nature

11 March 2010 | EN

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Are new biofuels the ethical answer?

New biofuels offer a sustainable source of energy but we must consider the ethical and social implications, say Joyce Tait and Banji Oyelaran-Oyeyinka.

10 March 2010 | EN | 中文

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Universities should invest in neglected tropical diseases

Sandeep P. Kishore and colleagues call on universities to focus on research for neglected tropical diseases.

Source: PLoS Neglected Tropical Diseases

4 March 2010 | EN

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Africa Analysis: Continent's science plan needs refocus

Africa's continental science plan still isn't coordinating donor funding. Will a new AMCOST chair meet the challenge, asks Linda Nordling.

26 February 2010 | EN | FR

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BioMed Analysis: Keep traditional knowledge open but safe

Databases of traditional medicines can help protect against biopiracy while opening the doors for new drug discovery, says Priya Shetty.

24 February 2010 | EN | 中文

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African Green Revolution is possible

World Food Prize winner Gebisa Ejeta argues that, with the right support, Africa can achieve its long-awaited Green Revolution.

Source: Science

15 February 2010 | EN

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Where next for the IPCC?

Five climate experts offer their views on how best to reform the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC).

Source: Nature

11 February 2010 | EN | 中文

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Glaxo sets example to other drug companies

A Nature editorial praises GlaxoSmithKline for sharing its database of potential malaria drugs and urges others to follow suit.

Source: Nature

2 February 2010 | EN

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Africa Analysis: Professional societies need networking

African scientists must match rekindled enthusiasm for professional societies with a new commitment to networking, says Linda Nordling.

29 January 2010 | EN | FR

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‘Good start’ for science in Nicaragua

The signing of a science law in the next few months, and a collaboration with Spain, are good signs for Nicaraguan science, says a scientist.

28 January 2010 | ES

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Innovation's development opportunities

Shared problems, new technology and better communication all mean innovation is ready to drive development, say Gordon Conway and Jeff Waage.

27 January 2010 | EN | 中文

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BioMed Analysis: Don't overlook nutrition in disease fight

Researchers and donors are not giving nutrition the attention it deserves, says Priya Shetty.

21 January 2010 | EN

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Global fund would ensure poor receive key drugs

A global fund for drug innovators could enable them to tackle diseases that mainly affect the poor, say Amitava Banerjee and colleagues.

Source: The Lancet

12 January 2010 | EN

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China will be new science powerhouse

China's spending, publication and collaboration rates are soaring, says Jonathan Adams, and Europe and North America must take notice.

Source: New Scientist

12 January 2010 | EN | 中文

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Bridging the digital divide through open access

Kenyan researcher Joseph Juma Musakali asks what African research institutes can do to exploit the open access movement.

6 January 2010 | EN | FR

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Africa Analysis: A level playing field for biodiversity

To meet new biodiversity targets, African countries must plug science gaps and align goals with climate deals, says Linda Nordling.

22 December 2009 | EN | FR

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Modern biotech can help with weeding

Weeding, which causes problems for women in developing countries, can benefit from modern biotechnology, says Jonathan Gressel.

Source: Nature Biotechnology

21 December 2009 | EN

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BioMed Analysis: Urgent case for health systems research

Priya Shetty explains why donors should fund health systems research.

17 December 2009 | EN

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Investigate Iran plagiarism allegations

A Nature editorial calls on the global academic community to support investigations into allegations of scientific plagiarism in Iran.

Source: Nature

14 December 2009 | EN | 中文

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Fight insect-borne disease with local R&D

Developing countries must invest in their own research to tackle insect-borne disease and climate change, writes George Kasali.

9 December 2009 | EN