Science and Development Network
News, views and information about science, technology and the developing world
Policymakers, such as politicians and senior government officials, need relevant, timely and easily digestible information on science-based issues. How this can be achieved effectively?
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Poor countries' media must tackle climate change
Climate-change reporting is woefully inadequate because too often editors lack interest and assign writers without expertise, says James Fahn.
China's top-down science communication fails its people
Scientists, not government, should lead efforts to explain the benefits and risks of modern technology, says Li Daguang.
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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Science communicators rise to climate challenge
Science communicators from across the globe have put together a series of recommendations for better communicating climate change.
23 April 2008
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How do I brief policymakers on science-related issues?
Chandrika Nath provides tips on preparing a briefing paper on a scientific topic for busy policymakers.