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News, views and information about science, technology and the developing world
Acquiring foreign technologies through technology transfer can help developing countries progress both economically and socially. But, for real gains, it must be complemented by domestic technological efforts.
Opinions and Analysis
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.
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.
Climate policy: technology not targets
3 December 2009
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Source: Nature
Development key to climate policy
2 December 2009
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Policy Briefs
Mobilising local institutes to aid rural adaptation
Local institutions are key to helping rural smallholders mitigate and adapt to climate change.
22 April 2010
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Source: CGIAR Systemwide Program on Collective Action and Property Rights (CAPRi)
Fostering technological capabilities in sub-Saharan Africa
Manufacturers in sub-Saharan Africa need policy support at all levels if their technological capabilities are to catch up with other developing countries. Carlo Pietrobelli looks at problems and solutions.
1 November 2006
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News and Features
Thailand invites private sector to guide public science
In a renewed effort to make science relevant, the Thai government has invited private sector input into scientists' research agendas.
11 August 2010
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Japan sponsors rice research hub in East Africa
A rice research centre in Uganda is nearing completion thanks to a US$6 million grant from Japan.
6 August 2010
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India, UK to collaborate on fuel–cell technology, healthcare
4 August 2010
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Tweaking technology for the bottom four billion
30 July 2010
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