SciDev.Net
Science and Development Network
News, views and information about science, technology and the developing world
A growing number of developing countries are recognising that the way in which governments justify, manage and prioritise scientific research and development affects social development and economic growth.
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Opinions and Analysis
Africa Analysis: Who needs chief scientific advisors?
Should African governments be following the trend in appointing chief scientific advisors, asks Linda Nordling.
30 June 2009
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Venezuelan science in jeopardy
Venezuelan science is falling foul of the government's agenda warns Claudio Bifano, president of the country's science academy.
GM tree research blocked by impossible recommendations
18 June 2009
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Source: Nature Biotechnology
Policy Briefs
Innovation systems for agricultural development
An innovation systems approach to agricultural research can be better for sustainable development than a linear pipeline approach.
22 May 2009
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Source: IFPRI
News and Features
African science 'won't be a G8 priority'
African science is unlikely to be prioritised at next month's G8 meeting but the fault also rests with African nations, say critics.
2 July 2009
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Source: Nature
Obama appointee could boost US–developing world relations
A nomination by US president Barack Obama has the potential to strengthen his country's relations with the developing world.
Pakistani science receives funding boost
29 June 2009
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Malawi to boost investment in science
26 June 2009
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Practical Guides
How to report on science policy
Announcements about changes in science policy don't always tell the full story. Linda Nordling shows how to report the facts behind the spin.
