http://www.scidev.net/ Latest news on science communication and the developing world. en http://rss.scidev.net/en/science-communication/news/ Research centres, editors and scientists have called to eliminate distortions they claim are caused by the impact factor of scientific journals.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/news/declaration-questions-impact-factor-of-publications-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunicationFri, 14 Jun 2013 09:42:27 GMTThe UN special advisor and director of a key science network tells SciDev.Net what the road to 2015 will look like.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/features/q-a-jeffrey-sachs-on-the-world-s-post-mdg-future-.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunicationWed, 12 Jun 2013 14:02:07 GMTTechnological advances could help end poverty by 2030 but only if they are exploited judiciously, says a report.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/news/beneficial-use-of-science-key-to-post-2015-development.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunicationWed, 12 Jun 2013 13:27:06 GMTThe smart phone application 'Touit Costa Rica' delivers information on more than 500 species of fauna that can be seen in the country.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/news/mobile-app-showcases-costa-rica-s-biodiversity.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunicationTue, 11 Jun 2013 09:24:36 GMTThe Lancet series shows that scaling-up nutrition interventions could save 900,000 lives, as donors pledge funds to tackle malnutrition.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/news/new-funds-and-science-back-drive-to-fight-malnutrition.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunicationMon, 10 Jun 2013 14:02:52 GMTICT has a major role in women’s empowerment, but issues such as the rural-urban divide need attention, an international meet heard.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/news/-ict-vital-in-women-s-empowerment-.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunicationMon, 10 Jun 2013 08:23:27 GMTGM crops in the Philippines have had a setback as a court rules out more fieldwork on pest-resistant Bt eggplant.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/news/philippine-court-calls-a-halt-to-gm-eggplant-trials.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunicationSat, 08 Jun 2013 04:31:28 GMTA UN panel's report indicates an unfamiliarity with scientists, but a London meeting has suggested various ways to develop collaboration.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/editorials/post-2015-planning-offers-compelling-messages-for-scientists.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunicationFri, 07 Jun 2013 17:54:03 GMTTechnology can improve the collection of data needed to monitor progress on the Sustainable Development Goals, says a high-profile panel.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/news/un-panel-urges-data-revolution-for-development-goals.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunicationTue, 04 Jun 2013 15:26:03 GMTThe Network of S&T Popularisation — known as ‘RedPoP’ — which aims to boost collaboration and science communicator training among countries, will be led by a Brazilian for the first time.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/news/first-brazilian-head-for-redpop--1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunicationTue, 04 Jun 2013 14:48:21 GMTHelping the world's poorest communities adapt to climate change threats is a major ethical concern as well as a practical one, says a UN body.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/news/experts-push-ethical-case-for-climate-adaptation-policies.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunicationThu, 30 May 2013 17:50:03 GMTEnabling collaboration between different development sectors and science disciplines leads to stronger research, a meeting hears.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/news/pooling-diverse-development-experience-reaps-rewards-.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunicationWed, 29 May 2013 17:53:16 GMTGames can help people to see disaster risks and effects with their own eyes, helping them to engage with complex science, a conference hears.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/news/fun-and-games-help-communicate-disaster-science.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunicationThu, 23 May 2013 16:22:10 GMTOvercoming barriers to how research is used in practice is important — but it's just half the battle, says NGO research expert Rachel Hayman.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/opinions/make-development-practitioners-partners-in-research.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunicationWed, 22 May 2013 08:01:00 GMTBudgetary constraints and political apathy have resulted in poor science communication in India, says Archita Bhatta.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/features/india-lacks-political-will-for-science-communication.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunicationTue, 21 May 2013 08:46:29 GMTLatin America is embracing the free access movement in its scientific production, but there are structural and economic challenges, says Carla Almeida.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/opinions/latin-american-radar-riding-the-wave-of-open-access.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunicationMon, 20 May 2013 14:03:45 GMTArgentinean companies and cooperatives have launched a free-software initiative to help develop products for public and private sectors.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/news/free-software-to-help-develop-business-in-argentina.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunicationMon, 13 May 2013 12:47:35 GMTA new bill aims to encourage science communication to the public and educational institutions in Mexico.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/news/mexico-s-science-law-seeks-to-boost-science-communication-.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunicationFri, 10 May 2013 17:15:11 GMTCommunicators and journalists complement one another and should work together to promote public engagement with scientific knowledge.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/editorials/science-journalism-and-communication-make-a-good-match.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunicationFri, 10 May 2013 11:33:54 GMT http://c96265.r65.cf3.rackcdn.com/logo_small.gif http://www.scidev.net/