SciDev.Net
Science and Development Network
News, views and information about science, technology and the developing world
A growing number of developing countries are recognising that the way in which governments justify, manage and prioritise scientific research and development affects social development and economic growth.
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Opinions and Analysis
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.
Where next for the IPCC?
Five climate experts offer their views on how best to reform the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC).
Policy Briefs
Improving biosafety regulations for poor farmers
Reforming biosafety regulations can provide poor farmers with better access to genetically modified crops.
23 February 2010
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Source: International Food Policy Research Institute
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.
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
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Science challenges in post-apartheid South Africa
18 February 2010
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Source: Nature
Practical Guides
Making science count in policy
Ideas on how scientists can make sure their research becomes part of the policymaking process.
1 October 2009
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Source: NERC
How to report on science policy
Announcements about changes in science policy don't always tell the full story. Linda Nordling shows how to report the facts behind the spin.
