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Funding for science in developing countries — from donor agencies or government treasuries — is on the rise. But how is it being spent? And can science funding alone boost economic growth?
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Opinions and Analysis
Science on the rise, despite current economic climate
Science and innovation continue to grow in developing countries, despite the current economic climate, says an editorial in Nature.
Back to basics for malaria research
Funding agencies and donors hoping to tackle malaria must commit more to basic research, says Nature.
13 October 2008
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Source: Nature
Promises, promises …
11 July 2008 | EN
News and Features
Q&A: Clean technologies with Yvo de Boer
Yvo de Boer, the UN climate chief, speaks to SciDev.Net about getting clean technology into the developing world.
1 December 2008
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Mexican S&T budget set for 24 per cent increase
Investment in science and technology is one of six key areas receiving a substantial increase in Mexico's 2009 public budget.
24 November 2008
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Source: Crónica, Jornada, Correo de Guanajuato
Bankruptcy leaves indigenous sickle cell treatment in jeopardy
21 November 2008
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Practical Guides
How do I apply for a research grant?
What will give you the best chance of getting a research grant? Thomas Egwang explains.
13 February 2008
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