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News, views and information about science, technology and the developing world
The Millennium Development Goals, aimed at halving poverty by 2015, form a blueprint for international action to tackle the world's main development challenges.
Opinions and Analysis
The real 'two cultures' divide
An influential lecture on the cultural significance of science remains as relevant today as when it was delivered 50 years ago.
African research collaborations must be fair and equal
Research collaborations with African institutions must be equal, fair and meaningful, says Damtew Teferra.
13 January 2009
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Policy Briefs
Putting adaptation at the heart of development
A four-step plan to help governments integrate adaptation to climate change into development planning and policy.
11 December 2008
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Source: IIED
News and Features
Crucial childhood diarrhoea research needs ignored
Diarrhoea will continue to kill millions of children without research into why treatments aren't reaching the victims, experts have warned.
11 March 2009
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Safe water and sanitation 'key' to reducing poverty
A UN University report says safe water supplies and sanitation are the most important factors in addressing poverty and health problems.
Ghana, Madagascar, Mali get agricultural revamp
19 June 2008
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UK boosts application and communication of research
23 April 2008
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