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A partnership between Egypt and IBM will establish the first regional nanotechnology research centre in Cairo.

Colonial cities helped HIV jump to humans, African GM sorghum granted trials, Ugandan minister denies vaccine fund embezzlement, and more.

Zambia's first molecular laboratory is fully active after years of setbacks, and will prioritise the detection of genetically modified crops.

African and European officials have identified six science and technology projects, including a scheme for research grants, for priority funding.

Malawi has signed up to contribute to an Africa-wide initiative to gauge the impact of science on development.

The Medicines for Malaria Venture plans to roll out three new antimalarials by 2010, according to its new five-year plan.

Southern genomics researchers should focus on single-gene disorders affecting their people rather than lifestyle diseases, says a scientist.

Ecuadorian researchers disagree with an article in the new constitution that bans patenting products related to the country's biodiversity.

Rwanda plans to launch its first endowment fund for researchers in early 2009, with priority areas including agriculture and biotechnology.

Cheaper medicines for malaria are on the horizon with new and faster genetic techniques, say scientists.

Health institutions in China and Mexico are among those benefiting from new funding from the US National Institutes of Health.

The Human Genome Organisation will help developing countries expand their infrastructure and technical expertise in genomics research.

Zimbabwean scientists have called for international collaboration to reignite the country's science, given hope by the new joint government.

Iraq is to establish a scientific research authority to promote research, and is considering a law offering benefits to scientists.

Controversial drug regulation bill passed, international donor cuts blamed for African research decline, malaria rates drop, and more.

The One Laptop Per Child project is starting a pilot project in Peru with laptops using Microsoft Windows instead of Linux.

A UN report cites a lack of emphasis on agricultural research in development policy as a key reason for African farming problems.

The Tech Museum of Innovation in the United States has recognised 25 laureates for their innovative development projects.

China needs to improve the integration between business and science and different sectors of its innovation system, according to an OECD report.

The United Arab Emirates has launched an initiative to combat blindness through treatment, research and awareness raising.