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Science and Development Network
News, views and information about science, technology and the developing world
Entrepreneurship — setting up new businesses — can stimulate innovation and invigorate local markets. But the challenge in developing countries is often finding forms of entrepreneurship that meet the needs of the poor.
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Opinions and Analysis
Nanotech for water can help business innovate and grow
Developing world businesses must invest in nanotech research and development for clean water to stay ahead, says Mohamed Abdel-Mottaleb.
Users can drive creative innovation for the poor
Open innovation has potential to revitalise the development sector, providing new sources of creative knowledge and resources, says Tara Acharya.
A local approach to agri-technology in India
29 October 2008
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News and Features
Brazil: Fertile ground for science?
Can Brazil use its booming economy and abundant natural resources to become a life sciences juggernaut, asks Gene Russo.
1 November 2009
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Source: Nature
Egypt to accept patent applications in Arabic
Patent applications can be filed and processed in Arabic for the first time, thanks to the newly enhanced status of Egypt's patent office.
Scientists use nanotech to 'upgrade' TB drugs
29 September 2009
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Nigeria relaunches research fair to boost industry links
17 September 2009
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