http://www.scidev.net/ Latest news on networking and the developing world. en http://rss.scidev.net/en/science-communication/networking/news/ Scientists in developing countries should increase the quality of their research by publishing more good papers, not fewer, says Rafael Loyola.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/networking/opinions/developing-nations-should-avoid-slow-science-.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_networkingWed, 01 May 2013 16:08:55 GMTWith the global community gearing up for World Health Day, informal dialogues can build partnerships to drive health policy.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/networking/editorials/informal-dialogues-can-help-drive-global-health-policy.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_networkingFri, 05 Apr 2013 16:49:45 GMTAfter an expert meeting, scientists are increasingly positive that policymakers will involve science in the Sustainable Development Goals process.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/networking/news/scientists-upbeat-about-their-role-in-development-goals-.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_networkingWed, 03 Apr 2013 17:32:22 GMTHow scientific knowledge is presented in public debate, by scientists or journalists, has a big influence on its impact, says David Dickson.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/networking/opinions/in-perspective-well-framed-science-can-boost-its-social-impact-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_networkingTue, 19 Feb 2013 13:30:31 GMTScience and scientists have been the inspiration for several performances and parades, at carnivals taking place across Brazil.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/networking/news/brazilians-learn-about-science-through-samba-and-carnival.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_networkingFri, 15 Feb 2013 16:52:23 GMTA website aims to help governments and investors draw up energy policies, and find the best places for wind and solar energy projects.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/networking/news/online-global-renewable-energy-atlas-launched.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_networkingFri, 01 Feb 2013 17:23:39 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-communication/networking/news/global-biodiversity-panel-holds-first-plenary-meeting.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_networkingTue, 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-communication/networking/news/global-partnership-launched-to-drive-africa-s-agricultural-research-.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_networkingTue, 29 Jan 2013 06:12:53 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-communication/networking/features/indian-science-congress-tries-to-go-inclusive-in-its-100th-year.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_networkingThu, 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-communication/networking/news/african-scientists-call-for-climate-change-evidence.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_networkingFri, 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-communication/networking/news/network-to-boost-visibility-of-latin-america-s-science-.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_networkingFri, 28 Dec 2012 16:52:24 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-communication/networking/news/use-innovation-to-ease-inequality-in-poorer-nations-says-oecd.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_networkingFri, 21 Dec 2012 14:13:16 GMTDriving trade and investment by funding science and entrepreneurship is the focus of a new COMESA innovation fund, award and council. http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/networking/news/comesa-launches-innovation-fund-to-boost-economic-growth.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_networkingThu, 20 Dec 2012 11:23:11 GMTResearch into two deadly cassava diseases affecting crops in East Africa has received US$10.6 million to help develop resistant strains.  http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/networking/news/east-african-cassava-research-gets-major-funding-boost-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_networkingTue, 18 Dec 2012 17:34:28 GMTSciDev.Net talks to ASSAf's Roseanne Diab about the role of science academies in climate change awareness and risk reduction.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/networking/features/q-a-roseanne-diab-on-science-academies-and-climate-risk.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_networkingWed, 12 Dec 2012 17:21:16 GMTCommunication failure is partly to blame for deaths, damage and displacement from recent flooding, says the chief of the country's meteorology body.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/networking/news/nigeria-must-close-climate-change-communication-gap--4.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_networkingWed, 12 Dec 2012 12:38:20 GMTTwo initiatives for capacity building in science policy and streamlining global science decision-making have been hit by a lack of funds.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/networking/news/unesco-s-science-policy-schemes-face-funding-crisis.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_networkingMon, 10 Dec 2012 15:13:59 GMTA newly created forum for West African science journalists aims to enhance regional science coverage and stimulate development.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/networking/news/west-african-science-media-forum-to-stir-development-.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_networkingWed, 05 Dec 2012 15:55:52 GMTScience journalist Lynne Smit is your guide to the digital research and publishing tools that are changing the working lives of journalists.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/networking/practical-guides/using-digital-tools-for-journalism.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_networkingMon, 03 Dec 2012 14:54:53 GMTSri Lanka's innovators need government support and venture capital.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/networking/news/individual-innovators-thrive-in-sri-lanka.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_networkingMon, 26 Nov 2012 09:33:14 GMT 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