http://www.scidev.net/ Latest news on science diplomacy and the developing world. en http://rss.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/science-diplomacy/news/ A conference fails to address the use of chemicals to disable civilians, as indications of chemical weapons' use in Syria emerge.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/science-diplomacy/news/chemical-weapons-convention-fails-to-address-key-issues.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_sciencediplomacyFri, 26 Apr 2013 16:23:03 GMTIf elected director-general of UNESCO, Rachad Farah will put southern hemisphere science at the heart of its agenda, he tells SciDev.Net.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/science-diplomacy/features/q-a-rachad-farah-outlines-his-vision-for-unesco-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_sciencediplomacyWed, 20 Feb 2013 11:01:13 GMTScientists should not present a uniform front when advising decision-makers if it means uncertainties are ignored, a meeting has heard.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/science-diplomacy/news/be-open-about-any-uncertainty-in-policy-advice-scientists-told.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_sciencediplomacyThu, 14 Feb 2013 10:53:53 GMTFacing opposition and funding cuts, what will Barack Obama's science diplomacy efforts look like in the future? Heather Maughan investigates.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/science-diplomacy/features/us-science-diplomacy-the-rocky-road-ahead--1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_sciencediplomacyTue, 29 Jan 2013 14:00:00 GMTResearch collaboration between China and South-East Asian nations could boost international ties and growth, says OECD report.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/science-diplomacy/news/china-south-east-asia-science-ties-could-benefit-both-.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_sciencediplomacyThu, 27 Dec 2012 13:48:50 GMTAs the Obama administration begins a second term, USAID's Alex Dehgan describes how the agency will build on its science-for-development agenda.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/science-diplomacy/opinions/usaid-will-continue-its-push-for-science.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_sciencediplomacyThu, 20 Dec 2012 18:04:58 GMTResearch collaborations between Europe and South-East Asia are increasing, but critics say regional initiatives must start producing practical outcomes.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/science-diplomacy/features/south-east-asia-eu-s-preferred-partner-in-science.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_sciencediplomacyFri, 14 Dec 2012 11:47:30 GMTA SciDev.Net survey reveals the challenges of applying research insights to policy and practice, and underscores that evidence is not enough.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/science-diplomacy/editorials/showing-decision-makers-the-value-of-science.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_sciencediplomacyThu, 29 Nov 2012 11:30:00 GMTThe US development agency looks set to build on its 'development science' efforts during Barack Obama's second term, writes David Dickson.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/science-diplomacy/opinions/in-perspective-usaid-moves-in-the-right-direction.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_sciencediplomacyFri, 23 Nov 2012 12:00:00 GMTThe US Agency for International Development has upgraded its science advice and launched 'development labs' at top universities.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/science-diplomacy/news/usaid-steps-up-its-science-efforts.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_sciencediplomacyFri, 16 Nov 2012 17:08:40 GMTA parliamentary report has suggested a range of measures the UK can take to improve capacity building for science and technology in developing nations.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/science-diplomacy/news/uk-s-dfid-urged-to-step-up-a-gear-on-capacity-building-.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_sciencediplomacyMon, 12 Nov 2012 16:34:58 GMTThe renaming of TWAS reflects changes in global science. But its original priorities must be maintained, says David Dickson.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/science-diplomacy/opinions/in-perspective-the-world-academy-of-sciences--1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_sciencediplomacyThu, 01 Nov 2012 17:22:44 GMTMinisters of the Gulf cooperation council have agreed to discuss a closer union — modelled after the European Union — which could harmonise regional R&D.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/science-diplomacy/news/gulf-states-to-discuss-closer-political-union.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_sciencediplomacyTue, 23 Oct 2012 17:20:23 GMTProgressive scientific diplomacy focused on building research capacity is in everybody's political interests, but significant challenges remain.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/science-diplomacy/editorials/is-the-world-ready-for-scientific-diplomacy--1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_sciencediplomacyFri, 12 Oct 2012 16:58:55 GMTPlans are coming together for a new network to harness the expertise of African agricultural professionals living in Europe.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/science-diplomacy/news/network-for-african-agriculture-professionals-in-europe-set-to-launch.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_sciencediplomacyThu, 04 Oct 2012 17:12:45 GMTScience and education were poorly served by Myanmar's military junta and are still struggling for attention under recent reforms, writes Mike Ives.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/science-diplomacy/features/science-competes-for-attention-in-myanmar-s-reforms.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_sciencediplomacyThu, 04 Oct 2012 09:00:00 GMTPakistan-US science cooperation, which has just entered a fifth phase, is aimed at improving living standards.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/science-diplomacy/news/pakistan-us-science-cooperation-renewed.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_sciencediplomacyFri, 21 Sep 2012 04:10:00 GMTTwo bills aimed at boosting US science diplomacy in developing countries probably will not be passed by Congress, say insiders.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/science-diplomacy/news/us-science-diplomacy-bills-stuck-in-congress.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_sciencediplomacyWed, 19 Sep 2012 14:55:15 GMTThe European Commission has revealed a new plan to improve its science diplomacy and open up its upcoming research framework, Horizon 2020.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/science-diplomacy/news/eu-unveils-plan-for-global-science-partnerships.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_sciencediplomacyTue, 18 Sep 2012 16:53:31 GMTAsia–Pacific economies have agreed to boost collaboration in education exchanges, and partnerships on science, technology and innovation.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/science-diplomacy/news/asia-pacific-to-boost-integration-of-education-science.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_sciencediplomacyFri, 14 Sep 2012 18:10:06 GMT http://c96265.r65.cf3.rackcdn.com/logo_small.gif http://www.scidev.net/