http://www.scidev.net/ Latest news on science networks and the developing world. en http://rss.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/science-networks/news/ Tunisia has launched a mission to work with developing countries by agreeing to cooperate with India in biotechnology and medicine.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/science-networks/news/tunisia-deal-with-india-opens-developing-country-links-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_sciencenetworksMon, 21 May 2012 15:12:39 GMTAhead of the G8 summit, science academies have called on global leaders to link with researchers to tackle environmental issues.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/science-networks/news/science-academies-urge-action-on-environmental-issues.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_sciencenetworksMon, 14 May 2012 17:20:47 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/science-networks/editor-letters/comsats-is-boosting-south-south-research-cooperation.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_sciencenetworksThu, 03 May 2012 17:57:56 GMTCurrent models of innovation ignore small-scale technology — institutions must ensure it's a key part of the agenda, says Tony Marjoram.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/science-networks/opinions/put-grassroots-innovation-on-the-agenda.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_sciencenetworksWed, 02 May 2012 10:02:00 GMTAdrian Smith and colleagues explore grassroots innovations, their potential for development and challenges facing practitioners.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/science-networks/features/supporting-grassroots-innovation-facts-and-figures-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_sciencenetworksWed, 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/science-networks/editorials/technical-creativity-needs-nurturing-at-the-grassroots.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_sciencenetworksWed, 02 May 2012 10:00:00 GMTWorld governments have launched an 'IPCC' for biodiversity, which will assess ecosystems and natural resources.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/science-networks/news/global-biodiversity-panel-launched.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_sciencenetworksMon, 30 Apr 2012 17:48:28 GMTNewspaper reports say scientists are struggling due to a national S&T system that isn’t working effectively.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/science-networks/news/colombian-science-affected-by-bureaucracy-.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_sciencenetworksSat, 28 Apr 2012 00:01:13 GMTCountries in the region need an organised, concerted effort to strengthen scientific input into decision-making, urges Crispin Maslog.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/science-networks/opinions/asia-pacific-analysis-putting-the-science-into-policy.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_sciencenetworksWed, 25 Apr 2012 16:49:33 GMTSouth-South collaboration is falling back, due to both political and financial crises.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/science-networks/news/funding-apathy-hits-south-south-collaboration.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_sciencenetworksWed, 25 Apr 2012 11:47:51 GMTCanada's International Development Research Centre is to close two of its six global offices following heavy budget cuts.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/science-networks/news/idrc-cuts-regional-offices-and-ends-innovation-programme.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_sciencenetworksFri, 20 Apr 2012 14:47:14 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/science-networks/news/african-farmers-to-benefit-from-australian-cotton-expertise.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_sciencenetworksWed, 18 Apr 2012 15:38:32 GMTThe ongoing conflict in Syria has led to dramatic cuts in science budgets and research, and a sharp rise in brain drain.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/science-networks/news/syrian-uprising-takes-toll-on-scientific-community.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_sciencenetworksTue, 17 Apr 2012 15:27:01 GMTMinisters attending an all-Africa science and technology forum have pledged to strengthen and increase ST&I research and funding.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/science-networks/news/african-ministers-reaffirm-st-i-commitments.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_sciencenetworksWed, 04 Apr 2012 17:05:21 GMTResearchers at the Africa Forum on Science, Technology and Innovation discuss proposals for a "National Science Foundation" for Africahttp://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/science-networks/news/forum-hears-proposals-for-african-science-foundation--3.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_sciencenetworksTue, 03 Apr 2012 15:22:10 GMTScientists have issued the first 'State of the Planet' declaration calling for change within and outside the science community to avoid environmental collapse.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/science-networks/news/planet-is-in-critical-state-warns-science-declaration.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_sciencenetworksFri, 30 Mar 2012 17:08:29 GMTA leading sociologist has said that old science-policy structures should be abandoned to reflect the new era in international relations.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/science-networks/news/science-policy-relations-stuck-in-outdated-era-.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_sciencenetworksThu, 29 Mar 2012 16:58:59 GMTA call for prospective lecturers and students has been issued by Algeria, host to the northern node of the Pan African University.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/science-networks/news/northern-node-of-pan-african-university-launched-in-algeria.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_sciencenetworksTue, 27 Mar 2012 15:54:47 GMTRapidly growing cities in Asia could benefit from a toolkit of indicators that assesses their readiness to face climate change impacts.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/science-networks/news/ten-asian-cities-leading-the-way-in-climate-proofing-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_sciencenetworksTue, 27 Mar 2012 12:58:03 GMTMan-made environmental change is rising dangerously, but some social indicators such as population growth are improving, a conference hears.http://www.scidev.net/en/new-technologies/science-networks/news/environmental-change-trends-mixed-bag-meeting-hears-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_newtechnologies_sciencenetworksMon, 26 Mar 2012 18:05:31 GMT http://c96265.r65.cf3.rackcdn.com/logo_small.gif http://www.scidev.net/