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Science and Development Network
News, views and information about science, technology and the developing world
Information and communication technologies (ICTs) have come to play a central role in development strategies — from food production through health delivery to education and the media.
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Opinions and Analysis
How to build a Web we can trust
The World Wide Web's inventor wants to make websites more trustworthy. This should be done by encouraging good practice, not imposing strict rules.
26 September 2008 | EN
G8 should support high-speed web access in Africa
Calestous Juma argues that G8 countries should support provision of cheap, fast Internet access in Africa — particularly to universities.
Online library needs to sharpen up
2 July 2007
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Source: PloS Medicine
News and Features
Researchers harness Google Earth to fight dengue
Scientists have found that satellite imagery archives like Google Earth provide an inexpensive method for mapping diseases such as dengue.
New institute to assess mobile banking in developing world
An institute to assess the impact of mobile banking in the developing world has been launched.
8 October 2008
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Practical Guides
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.
