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Science and Development Network
News, views and information about science, technology and the developing world
Entrepreneurship — setting up new businesses — can stimulate innovation and invigorate local markets. But the challenge in developing countries is often finding forms of entrepreneurship that meet the needs of the poor.
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Opinions and Analysis
Gates Foundation can't go it alone
Bill and Melinda Gates' forays into aid are to be welcomed, but they can only succeed alongside government involvement.
Africa should pursue a homegrown malaria vaccine
Africa should be the driver, not co-pilot, of malaria vaccine development, argues Tom Egwang.
25 April 2007
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Time for a venture capital comeback
7 July 2006
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EN
Reducing poverty needs an 'innovation system' approach
4 April 2005
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News and Features
Colombia calls for applications to massive science fund
The Colombian government is calling for applications to a massive fund to support advanced training, science and innovation in the country.
30 June 2008
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HP backs microenterprises in developing countries
IT company Hewlett Packard has donated US$5 million to support small businesses in the developing world.
The rise of Middle East technology parks
3 October 2007
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