SciDev.Net
Science and Development Network
News, views and information about science, technology and the developing world
Science journalists can stimulate public debate in areas where science and technology impacts the social and natural worlds. But how can effective science journalism be encouraged in the developing world?
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Opinions and Analysis
Vietnam is improving science communication
Other countries could learn from Vietnam's progress on communicating science and risk, says Son Kim Phan.
The media is crucial in the global fight for health
The media can help in the global fight against disease, both as a watchdog for poor practices, and a champion for successful research.
Planet before profit for climate change films
4 November 2008
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News and Features
Museveni urges science journalists to plug knowledge gap
Journalists in Uganda should take advantage of press freedom and get science stories out to the public, says the country's president, Yoweri Museveni.
19 December 2008
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Visa problems hamper climate change talks
Many developing country delegates were delayed or unable to attend the UN climate change negotiations in Poland due to strict visa policies.
Writers honoured in first Arab science journalism awards
12 September 2008
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Practical Guides
Communicating statistics and risk
Translating statistics and risk in a readily understandable way is crucial to effective science communication, says Andrew Pleasant.
How to set up a science blog
Science blogs let you share your passion and expertise with the widest possible audience. Damian Carrington shows it's easy to get started.
Information Services
PCST conference blog
Daily insights from the tenth public communication of science conference in Sweden
