http://www.scidev.net/ Latest news on promoting science and the developing world. en http://rss.scidev.net/en/science-communication/promoting-science/news/ China is trying to make the most of its science spending by uniting information about the nation's research activities on one website.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/promoting-science/chinese-science-to-be-showcased-on-one-website-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_promotingscienceTue, 27 Oct 2009 02:59:22 GMTThe most recent SciDev.Net user survey offers valuable insights into how well we are meeting your needs.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/promoting-science/scidev-net-survey-results-how-are-we-doing-.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_promotingscienceFri, 23 Oct 2009 10:00:00 GMTWill UNESCO's likely new head have the vision to deliver much-needed change in the organisation — especially in its science programmes?http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/promoting-science/unesco-must-reclaim-science-leadership.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_promotingscienceFri, 25 Sep 2009 08:00:00 GMTCo-planting an acacia variety with crops delivers timely natural fertiliser as well as cutting erosion and supplying wood for domestic use.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/promoting-science/acacia-tree-can-boost-crops-and-more-across-africa.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_promotingscienceThu, 27 Aug 2009 01:19:02 GMTDespite an increase in the number of science professionals in China, there is considerable dissatisfaction with their status and conditions.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/promoting-science/many-chinese-science-workers-want-to-switch-career.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_promotingscienceTue, 25 Aug 2009 04:21:23 GMTChinese scientists are respected, if remote, figures — so long as they are not involved in advertising.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/promoting-science/scientist-salesmen-fail-to-convince-chinese-public.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_promotingscienceThu, 13 Aug 2009 03:42:43 GMTScience journalism has an important role to play in scrutinising science and engaging with the media, says a Nature editorial.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/promoting-science/science-journalism-how-scientists-can-help.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_promotingscienceTue, 30 Jun 2009 03:59:24 GMTScience journalists should aim to be "informed critics" of science, supporting its values but wary of backing everything said in its name.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/promoting-science/beware-scientific-fundamentalism.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_promotingscienceFri, 26 Jun 2009 03:38:43 GMTIPCC chair R. K. Pachauri calls on journalists to maintain focus on the scientific rationale for action in their coverage of climate change.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/promoting-science/how-the-media-is-creating-a-climate-for-change.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_promotingscienceWed, 24 Jun 2009 12:00:00 GMTScience journalists in the developing world can help bring science news to a global public, says senior Harvard fellow Cristine Russell.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/promoting-science/good-news-for-developing-world-science-journalists.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_promotingscienceWed, 24 Jun 2009 09:00:00 GMTArab scientists are competing to win funding for inventions in a new reality television show created to boost public interest in science.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/promoting-science/arab-world-uses-reality-tv-to-showcase-science.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_promotingscienceTue, 16 Jun 2009 01:38:49 GMTSouthern African scientists are compiling the continent's scientific output in the hope of more global recognition.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/promoting-science/database-aims-to-put-african-research-on-the-map.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_promotingscienceMon, 15 Jun 2009 03:02:46 GMTInnovative solutions to agricultural problems and getting information to farmers will be the focus of a new alliance between Chile and India.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/promoting-science/chile-india-link-up-for-rural-development.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_promotingscienceThu, 02 Apr 2009 03:38:50 GMTWomen around the world have been recognised for their contributions to science in the 'For Women in Science' awards.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/promoting-science/women-scientists-rewarded-for-outstanding-research.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_promotingscienceMon, 16 Mar 2009 03:30:23 GMTDebate between locals and scientists is all the rage in Uganda — and the discussions are being taken to the next generation too.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/promoting-science/talking-science-science-caf-s-in-uganda.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_promotingscienceFri, 20 Feb 2009 06:00:00 GMTResearchers in developing nations must become 'communicating scientists', sharing their knowledge beyond academia, says Valerie Corfield.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/promoting-science/scientists-wake-up-and-communicate-.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_promotingscienceThu, 12 Feb 2009 10:00:00 GMTInformal ways of learning about science, such as visits to science museums, really do improve scientific understanding, say researchers.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/promoting-science/informal-science-activities-enhance-knowledge-.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_promotingscienceMon, 02 Feb 2009 01:21:20 GMTScientists need to communicate better to improve the uptake of advancing technology, says Joseph Othieno.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/promoting-science/scientists-failing-to-communicate.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_promotingscienceTue, 27 Jan 2009 03:20:46 GMTScientists have formed a coalition to uphold the human right to enjoy the benefits of scientific progress and its applications.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/promoting-science/new-coalition-to-champion-human-right-to-science-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_promotingscienceTue, 27 Jan 2009 02:57:28 GMTEcuador has launched its first hands-on science centre, with US$4 million worth of funding, to boost S&T in the country.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/promoting-science/ecuador-debuts-first-hands-on-science-centre.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_promotingscienceThu, 08 Jan 2009 07:37:50 GMT http://www.scidev.net/images/logo_small.gif http://www.scidev.net/