http://www.scidev.net/ Latest news on networking and the developing world. en http://rss.scidev.net/en/science-communication/networking/news/ Technological innovation can't be imposed on poor people — they must be engaged to select ideas that suit their lives, writes Lawrence Gudza.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/networking/opinions/successful-innovation-depends-on-engaging-the-grassroots.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_networkingWed, 02 May 2012 10:03:00 GMTEfforts to promote sustainable development must tap into technologies developed locally, driven by community needs and priorities.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/networking/editorials/technical-creativity-needs-nurturing-at-the-grassroots.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_networkingWed, 02 May 2012 10:00:00 GMTCountries in the region need an organised, concerted effort to strengthen scientific input into decision-making, urges Crispin Maslog.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/networking/opinions/asia-pacific-analysis-putting-the-science-into-policy.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_networkingWed, 25 Apr 2012 16:49:33 GMTJournalists in Ghana say they are keen to increase their coverage of science, but face a range of challenges, a survey finds.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/networking/news/ghanaian-journalists-call-for-more-science-coverage.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_networkingWed, 11 Apr 2012 17:01:47 GMTThe shortage of credible and diverse voices in science undermines the capacity of journalists to respond to development challenges.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/networking/editorials/tackling-the-real-crisis-in-science-communication-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_networkingWed, 04 Apr 2012 18:07:03 GMTMan-made environmental change is rising dangerously, but some social indicators such as population growth are improving, a conference hears.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/networking/news/environmental-change-trends-mixed-bag-meeting-hears-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_networkingMon, 26 Mar 2012 18:05:31 GMTResearchers are putting together a plan at the Planet Under Pressure meeting to find sustainable solutions to Earth's problems.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/networking/news/conference-hopes-to-turn-the-tide-on-earth-s-decline.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_networkingMon, 26 Mar 2012 12:30:27 GMTA meeting in London this week will show whether science can not only diagnose our environmental crisis but also provide effective solutions.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/networking/editorials/science-must-guide-us-towards-a-more-sustainable-future-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_networkingFri, 23 Mar 2012 10:00:00 GMTThe Rio+20 Secretariat's analysis of S&T trends and achievements since the 1992 Earth Summit points to ways of accelerating progress.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/networking/policy-briefs/measuring-progress-on-technology-for-development-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_networkingFri, 16 Mar 2012 17:19:48 GMTPartnerships between university medical centres and local NGOs may help deliver medical assistance more efficiently after a catastrophe.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/networking/news/academic-aid-community-should-link-up-with-ngos-.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_networkingMon, 12 Mar 2012 12:14:08 GMTUSAID has announced new grants for US universities and colleges to boost research of benefit to developing countries.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/networking/news/new-usaid-grants-to-boost-development-science-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_networkingWed, 29 Feb 2012 14:41:24 GMTIndia dreams of becoming a scientific powerhouse, but challenges lie ahead, including complex bureaucracy.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/networking/features/challenges-facing-india-s-bid-for-science-superpower-status.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_networkingMon, 27 Feb 2012 17:17:34 GMTMore data on new species from biodiversity hotspots will be freely available online from the Encyclopedia of Life.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/networking/news/species-data-to-go-online-in-open-access-initiative.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_networkingWed, 22 Feb 2012 14:50:20 GMTPakistan’s universities need to have academic freedom to excel, rather than churn out fake research papers, says Pervez Hoodbhoy.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/networking/opinions/telling-good-universities-from-the-bad.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_networkingMon, 20 Feb 2012 06:46:32 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-communication/networking/news/indian-scientists-visit-pakistan.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_networkingFri, 20 Jan 2012 17:26:36 GMTIndian initiative toward open access wins laurels, despite lacklustre government support.  http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/networking/news/indian-scientist-bags-open-access-award.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_networkingThu, 12 Jan 2012 07:06:42 GMTGuidance on how science media officers can put African science on the map with balanced and effective reporting.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/networking/practical-guides/navigating-science-pr-in-african-institutions-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_networkingFri, 23 Dec 2011 09:00:00 GMTThe online encyclopaedia can fill a resource gap for students, policymakers and the public, say Samuel A. Assefa and Alex Bateman.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/networking/opinions/engage-with-wikipedia-to-share-scientific-knowledge-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_networkingThu, 22 Dec 2011 17:31:43 GMTScientists and officials in Senegal are working on a science policy that will join up research efforts to meet development needs.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/networking/news/senegal-brainstorms-how-to-make-innovation-a-priority.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_networkingWed, 21 Dec 2011 17:25:33 GMTThe developing world is not well served by traditional research publishing, but can break new ground with open access, argues Leslie Chan.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/networking/opinions/unlock-local-research-potential-with-open-access--1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_networkingThu, 08 Dec 2011 18:00:28 GMT http://c96265.r65.cf3.rackcdn.com/logo_small.gif http://www.scidev.net/