http://www.scidev.net/ Latest news on research ethics and the developing world. en http://rss.scidev.net/en/science-communication/research-ethics/news/ As commercial synthetic biology production gathers speed, there are growing calls for greater regulation, reports Yojana Sharma.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/research-ethics/features/developing-countries-face-up-to-synthetic-biology-challenges-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_researchethicsFri, 27 Apr 2012 12:14:35 GMTIt's time to move from debate to action with new mechanisms for funding research into diseases faced by developing countries.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/research-ethics/editorials/we-need-a-global-treaty-on-health-research-for-the-poor-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_researchethicsFri, 20 Apr 2012 16:55:11 GMTThe International Union of Forest Research Organisations says there's too little focus on forests in the Rio Summit draft agreement.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/research-ethics/news/rio-summit-may-ignore-forests-warn-scientists.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_researchethicsFri, 09 Mar 2012 16:39:24 GMTEfforts to limit publication of controversial bird flu research could end up doing more harm than good.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/research-ethics/editorials/tackling-bird-flu-effectively-needs-scientific-openness.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_researchethicsFri, 02 Mar 2012 14:34:30 GMTA review of experimental GM insect releases points to 'scientific deficiencies' and lack of openness in regulatory approvals.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/research-ethics/news/gm-mosquito-risk-assessments-deficient-says-review.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_researchethicsTue, 14 Feb 2012 10:32:49 GMTRecent scandals have exposed weaknesses in India's ability to police its own doctors as they participate in international drug trials.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/research-ethics/news/fines-expose-failings-in-policing-of-indian-drug-trials.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_researchethicsTue, 17 Jan 2012 17:29:45 GMTSome Muslim countries' powerful financial incentives to make quick progress in research could backfire, cautions Athar Osama.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/research-ethics/opinions/islam-analysis-money-can-t-buy-quality-research-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_researchethicsThu, 12 Jan 2012 17:47:46 GMTIndian initiative toward open access wins laurels, despite lacklustre government support.  http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/research-ethics/news/indian-scientist-bags-open-access-award.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_researchethicsThu, 12 Jan 2012 07:06:42 GMTA report on solar geoengineering argues that extensive research and good governance are essential for safe use of this fledgling technology.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/research-ethics/news/solar-geoengineering-r-d-needs-better-governance-says-report.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_researchethicsFri, 09 Dec 2011 17:48:42 GMTA new trial has found that tenofovir gel, previously found to be effective, does not prevent HIV infection.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/research-ethics/news/a-blow-to-promising-hiv-microbicide-gel.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_researchethicsTue, 29 Nov 2011 16:22:22 GMTScience research organisations called for a code of conduct on the ethical practice of science at last week's World Science Forum.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/research-ethics/news/scientific-community-calls-for-universal-code-of-conduct.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_researchethicsFri, 25 Nov 2011 17:29:55 GMTAn Egyptian scientist is suing Nature for publishing an article that he says damaged his reputation, and the case has begun in the UK.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/research-ethics/news/egyptian-scientist-sues-i-nature-i-.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_researchethicsMon, 14 Nov 2011 16:42:38 GMTJoining forces would save countries money on clinical trials, and speed up drug development for neglected diseases, says a report.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/research-ethics/news/report-urges-regional-collaboration-on-clinical-trials-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_researchethicsTue, 01 Nov 2011 15:26:33 GMTAn initiative launched by major patent holders will improve access to neglected disease research, but only 49 countries will freely benefit.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/research-ethics/news/major-patent-pool-opens-up-research-on-neglected-disease-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_researchethicsMon, 31 Oct 2011 18:02:00 GMTWe need a clearer understanding of disease patterns and ecosystem impacts before embarking on eradication strategies, says Ummer Rashid Zargar.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/research-ethics/editor-letters/proceed-with-caution-on-disease-eradication-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_researchethicsWed, 26 Oct 2011 17:17:45 GMTA new website aims to improve medical ethics in developing nations by providing information and a forum for discussion.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/research-ethics/news/online-forum-seeks-to-boost-work-of-ethics-committees.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_researchethicsFri, 07 Oct 2011 17:20:50 GMTA step towards formalising the ethical responsibilities of scientists has been taken at a global assembly of scientific organisations.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/research-ethics/news/scientists-accept-need-to-act-responsibly-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_researchethicsFri, 30 Sep 2011 17:10:56 GMTDeveloping countries forging ahead with nanotechnology need regulation and research into local risk patterns, say Alok Dhawan and Vyom Sharma.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/research-ethics/opinions/address-risk-of-nanotech-toxicity-1.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_researchethicsThu, 25 Aug 2011 15:55:53 GMTA radical group has taken responsibility for terror attacks on Mexican nanotechnology experts.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/research-ethics/news/anti-nanotech-group-behind-mexican-scientist-bombings.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_researchethicsWed, 24 Aug 2011 17:44:57 GMTThe pursuit of an AIDS vaccine has boosted African research and capacity to conduct trials, and encouraged other countries to follow suit.http://www.scidev.net/en/science-communication/research-ethics/features/kenyan-aids-vaccine-work-boosts-african-research.html?utm_source=link&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=en_sciencecommunication_researchethicsTue, 09 Aug 2011 17:19:45 GMT http://c96265.r65.cf3.rackcdn.com/logo_small.gif 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