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Muslim scientists played a vital role in the emergence of modern science, yet today science in Islamic societies is in a poor state. How can they improve the performance of Islamic science and encourage innovation?
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Opinions and Analysis
Vaccine research for peace
Collaborative research between the United States and Islamic countries can reduce disease and promote peace, says vaccinologist Peter J. Hotez.
Investigate Iran plagiarism allegations
A Nature editorial calls on the global academic community to support investigations into allegations of scientific plagiarism in Iran.
Debating Pakistan's higher education overhaul
15 October 2009
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Source: Nature
Pakistani research culture still out of reach
3 September 2009
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Source: Nature
News and Features
Egypt rejects estimates of high hepatitis C levels
A study suggesting the number of new cases of hepatitis C in Egypt is five times higher than thought has been disputed by health officals.
19 August 2010
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Algerian academics protest against travel restrictions
The Algerian government's restriction on scientists' foreign travel has drawn national and international protest.
Afghan and Pakistani scientists to collaborate
29 July 2010
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US extends science ties with Indonesia
1 July 2010
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