http://www.scidev.net/ Latest news on science networks and the developing world. en http://rss.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/science-networks/news/ From kidnap alerts to solar lighting, some NGOs find the high-tech answers they need. Andrew Williams and Imogen Mathers explain how.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/science-networks/features/science-and-ngo-success-stories-how-collaborating-works.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_sciencenetworksWed, 22 May 2013 08:02:00 GMTFunding agencies should support closer interaction between development NGOs and scientists, argues research and policy analyst Charlie McLaren.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/science-networks/opinions/ngos-need-more-say-in-research-priority-setting.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_sciencenetworksWed, 22 May 2013 08:00:00 GMTBudgetary constraints and political apathy have resulted in poor science communication in India, says Archita Bhatta.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/science-networks/features/india-lacks-political-will-for-science-communication.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_sciencenetworksTue, 21 May 2013 08:46:29 GMTThe Chinese Academy of Sciences is to open new centres in the developing world to promote science cooperation and training.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/science-networks/news/china-plans-research-centres-to-aid-developing-world.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_sciencenetworksThu, 18 Apr 2013 10:23:52 GMTA Yemeni health researcher and pioneer of a network for Arab women scientists is one of five recipients of a global science award.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/science-networks/news/new-award-recognises-five-pioneering-women-scientists.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_sciencenetworksThu, 28 Feb 2013 12:50:09 GMTBrazil's science minister has used a world science academy meeting to outline proposals for a global science committee to tackle poverty.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/science-networks/news/global-science-committee-to-fight-poverty-mooted-in-brazil-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_sciencenetworksTue, 26 Feb 2013 16:01:30 GMTA new platform for organic farming will link farmers to researchers, and help shape and coordinate global research agenda.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/science-networks/news/network-to-push-scientific-case-for-organic-farming.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_sciencenetworksFri, 22 Feb 2013 17:01:10 GMTAbdus Salam used his genius to promote science in the developing world, but his legacy remains unfulfilled, says Athar Osama.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/science-networks/opinions/abdus-salam-s-unfinished-business.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_sciencenetworksThu, 31 Jan 2013 11:41:47 GMTA global biodiversity panel modelled on the IPCC has appointed its first chairman and a scientific advisory panel, following week-long negotiations in Germany.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/science-networks/news/global-biodiversity-panel-holds-first-plenary-meeting.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_sciencenetworksTue, 29 Jan 2013 13:42:13 GMTA collaboration between the African Union and CGIAR aims to align research priorities to create a food secure future for Africa.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/science-networks/news/global-partnership-launched-to-drive-africa-s-agricultural-research-.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_sciencenetworksTue, 29 Jan 2013 06:12:53 GMTIn addition to programmes for training abroad, Latin America needs measures and organisations for the promotion of science, writes Carla Almeida.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/science-networks/opinions/latin-america-analysis-the-challenge-of-training-scientists.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_sciencenetworksThu, 24 Jan 2013 10:40:03 GMTDeveloped and developing nations must pool funding and expertise to deliver new drugs against neglected tropical diseases, urge health organisations.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/science-networks/news/global-collaboration-needed-to-fight-neglected-diseases-.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_sciencenetworksMon, 21 Jan 2013 16:13:43 GMTA project launched by French research bodies aims to promote technological growth in developing countries and build trade partnerships.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/science-networks/news/france-launches-us-12-million-tech-transfer-project.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_sciencenetworksFri, 18 Jan 2013 17:00:38 GMTIndia's policy of concentrating scientific research in specialised institutes has deprived the university system of top talent and funding.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/science-networks/news/-fund-indian-universities-for-excellence-not-research-institutes-.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_sciencenetworksTue, 08 Jan 2013 07:11:42 GMTAs the annual Indian Science Congress marks its centenary this month (3–7 January) the relevance of its present 'inclusive' form is being questioned, reports Archita Bhatta.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/science-networks/features/indian-science-congress-tries-to-go-inclusive-in-its-100th-year.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_sciencenetworksThu, 03 Jan 2013 12:48:32 GMTAfrica's science academies have issued a statement calling for evidence to fill large gaps in the continent’s climate-change evidence base.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/science-networks/news/african-scientists-call-for-climate-change-evidence.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_sciencenetworksFri, 28 Dec 2012 17:27:52 GMTAn open-access science network plans to catalyse the foundation of research repositories and boost transnational science collaborations.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/science-networks/news/network-to-boost-visibility-of-latin-america-s-science-.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_sciencenetworksFri, 28 Dec 2012 16:52:24 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-networks/news/china-south-east-asia-science-ties-could-benefit-both-.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_sciencenetworksThu, 27 Dec 2012 13:48:50 GMTSpreading the use of science and new technology can help deprived groups in developing nations and boost growth, says OECD report.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-and-innovation-policy/science-networks/news/use-innovation-to-ease-inequality-in-poorer-nations-says-oecd.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_sciencenetworksFri, 21 Dec 2012 14:13:16 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-networks/opinions/usaid-will-continue-its-push-for-science.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_scienceandinnovationpolicy_sciencenetworksThu, 20 Dec 2012 18:04:58 GMT http://c96265.r65.cf3.rackcdn.com/logo_small.gif http://www.scidev.net/