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Indian researchers hope to develop their antivenom treatment so it can be swallowed soon after a…REDD+ progress is possible — just look at Indonesia
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Indonesia’s success on carbon storage payments shows a way forward despite global stalling, says…Wireless sensor warns if vaccines get too hot
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The remote monitoring system aims to provide a low-cost way to ensure vaccines are stored safely.Cheap mobiles drive Myanmar’s farming revolution
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This audio slideshow explores how lower SIM card prices have dramatically changed how farmers do…Mobile technology supports frontline health workers
Sep 15, 2014, 3:00 am By SciDev
Could telemedicine solve challenges facing South Africa’s overstretched healthcare services?…UN ‘externs’ help brief policymakers on science
Sep 15, 2014, 3:00 am By SciDev
Young researchers from around the world could help compile a ‘library of high-quality briefs’…Africa Analysis: Governments need scientific advisors
Sep 12, 2014, 8:40 am By SciDev
Africa needs chief scientific advisors to help governments avoid endorsing ‘junk’ science,…Focus on Poverty: Education isn’t a magic bullet
Sep 12, 2014, 7:00 am By SciDevTo tackle inequality we also need economic growth, social provision and redistribution, says Roger…APEC science advisors group still just a ‘talking shop’
Sep 12, 2014, 2:20 am By SciDev
Some experts say that attempts to deepen scientific ties among Pacific rim nations are not yet…Is the world on track for polio eradication by 2018?
Sep 11, 2014, 11:00 am By SciDevThis video describes the tools available and discusses the challenges that remain for wiping out the…Swedish government control ‘harming SIDA’s research’
Sep 11, 2014, 8:00 am By SciDev
New accountability rules and budget cuts have left the Swedish aid agency’s less able to support…View on Private Sector: Insuring against climate change
Sep 10, 2014, 1:00 pm By SciDev
It may seem odd for an insurer to survey coral reefs, but science informs the sector’s risks, says…Politicians urged to preserve finite phosphorous supply
Sep 10, 2014, 10:00 am By SciDev
Policies are needed to promote technologies and practices to protect this essential crop nutrient,…The importance of crafting stories on the green economy
Sep 9, 2014, 12:00 pm By SciDev
A recent meeting on selling the concept of the green economy requested stories, but instead…Indian government still ‘flip flopping’ on GM trials
Sep 9, 2014, 11:00 am By SciDev
Public opposition to GM trials is fuelling government indecision, stranding India’s food research…UN ‘matchmaker’ to foster South-South tech transfer
Sep 9, 2014, 9:20 am By SciDev
A new knowledge-sharing platform targets private firms in least developed countries to foster tech…Emergency Ebola research funding edges closer
Sep 8, 2014, 11:00 am By SciDev
A fast-tracked funding scheme will review initial applications this week before inviting more…How to engage with participants in field research
Sep 8, 2014, 7:07 am By SciDevHow do you build trust with communities involved in your research? Obidimma Ezezika shares tips and…Why synthesis is key to science influence
Sep 8, 2014, 6:00 am By SciDevThis video records the memorial lecture in honour of SciDev.Net’s founder and former director.
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