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Science & Innovation Policy: Science networks

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Networks of scientists — and science journalists — are springing up across the developing world in an attempt to raise awareness and promote informed decision-making on key issues, from climate change to education.

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Opinions and Analysis

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.

11 March 2010 | EN
Source: Nature

Where next for the IPCC?

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

11 February 2010 | EN | 中文
Source: Nature

China will be new science powerhouse

12 January 2010 | EN | 中文
Source: New Scientist

Policy Briefs

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 | EN
Source: IFPRI

Working with foreign universities to build capacity

Sending students abroad and inviting in foreign institutions are both effective methods for boosting developing world higher education.

11 March 2009 | EN
Source: OECD


News and Features

Sunrise over Egypt Egypt says it will propel African science agenda

As Egypt takes the helm of the African science council, AMCOST, it says it will sustain mounting support for science on the continent.

5 March 2010 | EN

LAC, Uruguay, Peru, Science agreement Uruguay and Peru sign their first scientific agreement

The governments of Peru and Uruguay have signed an agreement to boost cooperation in science, technology and innovation.

25 February 2010 | ES