Putting science
at the heart of development
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United by a commitment to science
There is little value in looking at science journalism and science communication as 'rival' fields, says Kaz Janowski.
See also: WCSJ2013 urged to find new funding model
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Africa Analysis: Global science can tally with continent's needs
The latest research trends show that Western-led science covers many areas of value to Africa, says Linda Nordling.
See also: Scant funding for research facilities is hurting Africa
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Knowledge fix
Technical assessments often get stuck in policy pipelines. Getting past this will require questioning the politics of knowledge, argues Peter Bille Larsen.
See also: Policy void could jeopardise UN's energy access goals
News
Panel from least developed nations to 'jumpstart' SDG debates
Development experts from the world's least developed countries have launched an independent group to bring local concerns to the UN debating table.
10 May 2013
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Web tool tracks insecticide-resistant malaria mosquitoes
IR Mapper, a free online mapping website, will enable users to follow global insecticide resistance in malaria-causing mosquitoes.
10 May 2013
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Features
Paving the way for tech transfer
A new UN body to advise nations on climate tech may break the deadlock in the long-running debate on transferring technology finds Joanna Carpenter.
2 May 2013
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Middle East synchrotron seeks peace through cooperation
25 April 2013
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Editorial
Science journalism and communication make a good match
Communicators and journalists complement one another and should work together to promote public understanding of scientific knowledge.
Opinions
Africa Analysis: Research topic trends are useful for Africa
Analysis of scientific trends can help policymakers target limited resources where science and development collide, argues Linda Nordling.
10 May 2013
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Will more science expertise fix the sustainability crisis?
Constant calls for evidence-based policy miss the underlying politics of knowledge, argues analyst Peter Bille Larsen.
7 May 2013
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Asia-Pacific Analysis: Easing megacity congestion
29 April 2013
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Topic Gateways
Agriculture & Environment
Producing enough food for a rapidly growing population, and taking care of our planet are two of the world's biggest challenges.
Climate Change & Energy
Climate change is the greatest challenge facing the world today. Long-term development planning must now include measures to deal with it.
Health
Healthcare poses a complex challenge for developing countries, interweaving problems of science, health and development.
New
Technologies
New technologies have the potential to accelerate a country's development, but a global technology gap remains.
Science &
Innovation Policy
Developing countries are increasingly recognising the importance of science in developing their economies, and the challenges that entails.
Science
Communication
Scientific information is crucial for a variety of stakeholders, but communicating science poses a challenge for all.
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