SciDev.Net
Science and Development Network
News, views and information about science, technology and the developing world
Scientific information is crucial for a variety of stakeholders, but communicating science poses a challenge for all.
Opinions and Analysis
Mutual respect in the GM crop debate
Indian biotechnologists need to engage GM critics with openness and honesty to win public support.
12 March 2010 | EN
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
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EN
Source: Nature
Policy Briefs
Putting adaptation at the heart of development
A four-step plan to help governments integrate adaptation to climate change into development planning and policy.
11 December 2008
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EN
Source: IIED
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.
Science education goes on tour in China
A new foundation in China hopes to increase the public's understanding of science by taking its lectures about hot topics on tour.
Practical Guides
Navigating your way around a REDD story
Tips for journalists reporting on issues surrounding the proposed scheme to pay developing countries to protect their forests.
16 December 2009
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EN
Source: Panos London
Gearing up to report on the Copenhagen climate talks
Background information for journalists about the Copenhagen climate change summit, along with potential sticking points and outcomes.
The A–Z of HIV/AIDS reporting
28 October 2009
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EN
Source: The Kaiser Family Foundation
Making science count in policy
1 October 2009
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EN
Source: NERC
Information Services
Time for a rethink
Time to refocus Africa's continental science plan on coordinating national and donor funding
United for climate
Natural and social scientists must join forces to explain how climate change research works
