http://www.scidev.net/ Latest news on knowledge economy and the developing world. en http://rss.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/knowledge-economy/news/ Building a knowledge society in the Islamic World requires structural change — not fads and symbolism, argues Athar Osama.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/knowledge-economy/opinions/islam-analysis-knowledge-economies-remain-elusive.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_knowledgeeconomyFri, 18 May 2012 11:04:18 GMTA scheme to improve rural Zambia's communication infrastructure is just one project on the Global Research Alliance's agenda.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/knowledge-economy/news/research-coalition-to-boost-internet-access-in-rural-africa.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_knowledgeeconomyWed, 16 May 2012 17:53:22 GMTFarming projects must be able to access research at any point along the innovation trajectory, say Rasheed Sulaiman V. and colleagues.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/knowledge-economy/opinions/how-research-for-agricultural-innovation-works-best.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_knowledgeeconomyWed, 16 May 2012 17:25:03 GMTCultivation of cardamom can be detrimental to the health of tropical forests say two new studies.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/knowledge-economy/news/cardamom-crops-affect-forests-studies-say.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_knowledgeeconomyMon, 14 May 2012 11:20:41 GMTAn Egyptian scientist' has been awarded a prestigious prize for designing an antenna that could facilitate mobile network upgrades.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/knowledge-economy/news/egyptian-wins-us-100-000-african-innovation-prize-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_knowledgeeconomyFri, 11 May 2012 14:44:33 GMTAs South Asia gets a knowledge platform to promote climate-resilient agriculture, experts warn it must reach the region's poor farmers.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/knowledge-economy/news/south-asia-gets-climate-smart-learning-platform.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_knowledgeeconomyTue, 08 May 2012 17:28:17 GMTPakistan’s impressive rise in nanotech research publications has been hit by funding shortages.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/knowledge-economy/news/funds-crunch-hits-pakistan-s-surge-in-nanotech-research.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_knowledgeeconomyMon, 07 May 2012 07:59:20 GMTI. E. Qureshi of the Commission on Science and Technology for Sustainable Development in the South responds to criticism of its activitieshttp://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/knowledge-economy/editor-letters/comsats-is-boosting-south-south-research-cooperation.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_knowledgeeconomyThu, 03 May 2012 17:57:56 GMTAdrian Smith and colleagues explore grassroots innovations, their potential for development and challenges facing practitioners.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/knowledge-economy/features/supporting-grassroots-innovation-facts-and-figures-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_knowledgeeconomyWed, 02 May 2012 10:01:00 GMTEfforts to promote sustainable development must tap into technologies developed locally, driven by community needs and priorities.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/knowledge-economy/editorials/technical-creativity-needs-nurturing-at-the-grassroots.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_knowledgeeconomyWed, 02 May 2012 10:00:00 GMTSciDev.Net reporters across the developing world describe exciting initiatives aimed at supporting innovation in local communities and remote areas.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/knowledge-economy/features/how-innovation-is-flourishing-at-the-grassroots-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_knowledgeeconomyWed, 02 May 2012 10:00:00 GMTNew models of intellectual property rights are needed to protect — and promote — local knowledge and innovations, says Anil Gupta.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/knowledge-economy/opinions/how-to-protect-the-inventions-of-the-poor.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_knowledgeeconomyWed, 02 May 2012 10:00:00 GMTSouth-South collaboration is falling back, due to both political and financial crises.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/knowledge-economy/news/funding-apathy-hits-south-south-collaboration.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_knowledgeeconomyWed, 25 Apr 2012 11:47:51 GMTLack of reliable forest data may prevent Sri Lanka from quickly accessing carbon reduction funds.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/knowledge-economy/news/sri-lanka-lacks-forest-data-for-redd-funds.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_knowledgeeconomyMon, 23 Apr 2012 09:50:19 GMTPakistan’s farmers and scientists argue over the success of GM cotton.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/knowledge-economy/news/pakistan-debates-gm-cotton-s-success.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_knowledgeeconomyFri, 20 Apr 2012 11:30:00 GMTWest African farmers have teamed up with Australian scientists to design a training programme for cotton producers in 14 African countries.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/knowledge-economy/news/african-farmers-to-benefit-from-australian-cotton-expertise.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_knowledgeeconomyWed, 18 Apr 2012 15:38:32 GMTDelegates at an all-Africa conference on science, technology and innovation say innovation and entrepreneurship should be taught in universities.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/knowledge-economy/news/universities-must-address-youth-unemployment-in-africa-.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_knowledgeeconomyMon, 02 Apr 2012 16:28:24 GMTA new application uses satellite data to monitor forest fires in Nepal and Bhutan.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/knowledge-economy/news/new-satellite-tool-to-detect-himalayan-forest-fires.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_knowledgeeconomyMon, 02 Apr 2012 10:08:24 GMTSome BRICS countries have joined eight developed nations to create a new funding mechanism for international environmental research.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/knowledge-economy/news/brazil-india-south-africa-join-new-research-fund.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_knowledgeeconomyThu, 29 Mar 2012 14:45:52 GMTAfrican policymakers and farmers stand to benefit from an innovative tool to provide integrated data on agriculture, ecosystems and human well-being.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/knowledge-economy/news/africa-wide-monitoring-tool-aims-to-boost-food-security.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_knowledgeeconomyWed, 28 Mar 2012 14:05:13 GMT http://c96265.r65.cf3.rackcdn.com/logo_small.gif http://www.scidev.net/