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In developing countries, women often suffer slow career progression, or even complete exclusion from scientific and technological activities. What policies and practices are being put in place to redress the balance?
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Opinions and Analysis
Don't let price rises blow development off course
Commodity price rises are no substitute for long-term investment in infrastructure and capacity as a means of securing sustained development.
Risk-averse researchers put mothers' lives at risk
Researchers are putting women's lives at risk by being too cautious about trialling drugs during pregnancy, say Nicholas J. White and colleagues.
Striving for a truly democratic science
10 October 2003
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Source: Science
News and Features
Arab women scientists launch initiatives
An awards ceremony recognising Arab women scientists has enabled many to meet face-to-face for the first time.
Chile to boost participation of women in science
The Chilean government has committed funds for projects aimed at fostering a scientific and technological culture with more gender equality.
31 August 2009
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Incentives for Indian women scientists 'gathering dust'
5 November 2008
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