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Science and Development Network
News, views and information about science, technology and the developing world
How can developing countries use research and development to accelerate their socio-economic progress? The answer lies in establishing policies to originate, acquire, assimilate, adapt and diffuse new knowledge.
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Opinions and Analysis
Universities should invest in neglected tropical diseases
Sandeep P. Kishore and colleagues call on universities to focus on research for neglected tropical diseases.
4 March 2010
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Source: PLoS Neglected Tropical Diseases
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.
‘Good start’ for science in Nicaragua
28 January 2010
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Policy Briefs
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
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Source: Health Affairs
Innovation systems for agricultural development
An innovation systems approach to agricultural research can be better for sustainable development than a linear pipeline approach.
22 May 2009
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Source: IFPRI
News and Features
China must boost its global science impact, study finds
China's global science influence is failing to match its increased investment in science, say researchers.
Network will bolster African fisheries research
Africa has launched a university network to strengthen its fisheries sector through improved research and increased collaboration.
26 February 2010
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Science challenges in post-apartheid South Africa
18 February 2010
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Source: Nature
Africa plans leap into drug R&D
18 February 2010
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