SciDev.Net
Science and Development Network
News, views and information about science, technology and the developing world
Scientific information is crucial for a variety of stakeholders, but communicating science poses a challenge for all.
Opinions and Analysis
Snubbing of local journals skews research
Researchers' preference for publishing in globally recognised journals is skewing the direction of scientific inquiry away from local research, writes Priya Shetty.
We must restore scientific integrity in Indian research
For its own international credibility, Indian science must be seen to deal with scientific misconduct, says N. Raghuram.
3 July 2008
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Gulf states should work together on research
11 June 2008
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News and Features
Q&A: Open archives — the alternative to open access
Indian scientist and journal editor Padmanabhan Balaram discusses open archives — an alternative to open access for science publishing.
9 July 2008
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Uganda pilots scientist–MP 'shadowing scheme'
The Uganda National Academy of Science will trial a new pairing scheme where scientists shadow MPs and vice versa.
8 July 2008
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Practical Guides
Reporting from science conferences
Conferences can provide good news stories if you plan ahead, do your research, and mingle with the delegates, says K. S. Jayaraman.
How do I become a science journalist?
K. S. Jayaraman gives some basic tips on starting off in the world of science journalism.
How do I submit a paper to a scientific journal?
11 February 2008
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