Science and Development Network
News, views and information about science, technology and the developing world
Developing countries' increasing efforts to become knowledge economies reflects a growing appreciation of knowledge as a source of competitiveness and of science innovation as critical to creating knowledge.
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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.
Neglect of science and technology in African universities has been compounded by a failure to focus research on the continent's needs, says Mammo Muchie.
1 August 2008
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5 February 2008
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Source: PLoS Medicine
Innovate to accumulate
Emerging economies have shown how knowledge can be harnessed to fuel long-term development, writes Calestous Juma.
UN boost for Iraq's science and technology sector
The UN has assisted Iraq in developing science and technology through an agreement that will support the country's science-based industry.
21 August 2008
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26 June 2008
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