http://www.scidev.net/ Latest news on governance and the developing world. en http://rss.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/governance/news/ A review of experimental GM insect releases points to 'scientific deficiencies' and lack of openness in regulatory approvals.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/governance/news/gm-mosquito-risk-assessments-deficient-says-review.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_governanceTue, 14 Feb 2012 10:32:49 GMTA new intergovernmental panel would not be the best way of tackling the multifaceted challenges of sustainable development.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/governance/editorials/how-not-to-move-forward-on-achieving-sustainability-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_governanceFri, 10 Feb 2012 16:32:12 GMTR&D funds levied on business must build organisations that offer short-term benefits through a clear strategy, says Athar Osama.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/governance/opinions/islam-analysis-specialist-r-d-funds-need-rethink-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_governanceFri, 10 Feb 2012 11:30:34 GMTYojana Sharma describes various proposals for a new panel to monitor progress towards sustainable development after Rio+20.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/governance/features/how-rio-20-may-boost-the-science-in-sustainability.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_governanceWed, 08 Feb 2012 17:34:36 GMTA report by the UN secretary-general's panel on global sustainability adds weight to calls for more science in policymaking.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/governance/news/un-needs-greater-integration-between-science-and-policy-.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_governanceFri, 03 Feb 2012 16:25:35 GMTChile's parliament has substantially improved its tax incentives for companies to invest in R&D.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/governance/news/chile-s-new-tax-breaks-set-to-stimulate-r-d.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_governanceFri, 03 Feb 2012 16:23:21 GMTEngineers want the Rio+20 summit proposals to give more emphasis to the role engineering plays in driving sustainable development.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/governance/news/engineers-seek-more-recognition-in-rio-20-goals.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_governanceThu, 02 Feb 2012 15:52:42 GMTSouth Sudan's prosperity depends on more public universities serving more students — and focussing on S&T, not humanities, says John A. Akec.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/governance/opinions/south-sudan-must-turn-its-back-on-elitist-education-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_governanceWed, 01 Feb 2012 17:55:10 GMTDeep-rooted philosophies discourage data sharing and specialised research services, hampering research quality, says Peng Gong.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/governance/opinions/china-must-overcome-cultural-obstacles-to-boost-research-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_governanceTue, 31 Jan 2012 16:00:00 GMTA controversial science reform that gave the Venezuelan government more control over a private sector R&D tax has boosted science funding.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/governance/news/boost-to-venezuela-s-science-funding-remains-under-fire.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_governanceMon, 30 Jan 2012 18:14:28 GMTOne year after Egypt's revolution, enthusiasm and prospects for science are high — but still need translation into a fully functioning system.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/governance/editorials/egypt-from-revolutionary-spirit-to-scientific-progress-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_governanceFri, 27 Jan 2012 16:02:21 GMTSouth-East Asia has suffered from neglecting planning for disasters. Governments must heed the warnings and act now, argues Crispin Maslog.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/governance/opinions/asia-pacific-analysis-be-proactive-on-disaster-planning-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_governanceThu, 26 Jan 2012 18:10:54 GMTPrincess Sumaya bint El Hassan of Jordan talks to SciDev.Net about hopes for science in the Middle East, science diplomacy and the role of women scientists.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/governance/features/q-a-princess-sumaya-on-science-after-the-arab-spring.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_governanceWed, 25 Jan 2012 14:44:21 GMTColombian scientists have questioned the government's decision to give large portions of science royalties to areas with poor R&D capacity.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/governance/news/colombia-s-mining-royalties-divide-scientists.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_governanceFri, 20 Jan 2012 17:31:37 GMTPakistan's science academy hosted six scientists from its Indian counterpart this week, leading to pledges on joint research projects.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/governance/news/indian-scientists-visit-pakistan.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_governanceFri, 20 Jan 2012 17:26:36 GMTThe physicist Marco Antonio Raupp will take up the position of science minister next Tuesday, replacing the career politician Aloizio Mercadante.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/governance/news/brazil-chooses-a-scientist-for-science-minister-.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_governanceFri, 20 Jan 2012 15:33:50 GMTEncouraging demand for new and increasingly cheap interventions available now can boost health in developing countries, says Charles Kenny.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/governance/opinions/don-t-wait-for-wealth-better-health-needs-basic-tools-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_governanceTue, 17 Jan 2012 17:43:36 GMTRecent scandals have exposed weaknesses in India's ability to police its own doctors as they participate in international drug trials.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/governance/news/fines-expose-failings-in-policing-of-indian-drug-trials.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_governanceTue, 17 Jan 2012 17:29:45 GMTAn international meeting aims to shake up donor−recipient relations in a quest for more enduring health gains, reports Beverly Petersen Stearns.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/governance/features/moving-beyond-aid-to-set-the-global-health-agenda-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_governanceThu, 12 Jan 2012 11:00:00 GMTIndian initiative toward open access wins laurels, despite lacklustre government support.  http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/governance/news/indian-scientist-bags-open-access-award.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_governanceThu, 12 Jan 2012 07:06:42 GMT http://c96265.r65.cf3.rackcdn.com/logo_small.gif http://www.scidev.net/