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Science and Development Network
News, views and information about science, technology and the developing world
Reconciling the need to protect global biodiversity with the need to promote social and economic growth, particularly in the developing world, has become one of the biggest challenges of the modern era.
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Opinions and Analysis
GM tree research blocked by impossible recommendations
Essential field trials of GM trees are being hindered by anti-GM activists working through the Convention on Biological Diversity, say Steven H. Strauss and colleagues.
18 June 2009
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Source: Nature Biotechnology
Medicinal biodiversity needs stronger protection efforts
International bodies, governments and indigenous people must all help protect medicinal biodiversity, say Jeffrey A. McNeely and Sue Mainka.
29 April 2009
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Source: International Union for Conservation of Nature
Could biodiversity negotiations stifle research?
30 January 2009
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Source: Science
Voluntary co-operation can work on global problems
15 September 2008
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Source: IISD/MEA Bulletin
Policy Briefs
Looking after local interests in protected areas
Involving local communities in biodiversity protection from the outset can boost both conservation and empowerment of local people.
27 March 2009
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Source: NCCR North-South
The case for joint action on biotechnology in Africa
What are the main issues that African nations face in forthcoming negotiations on biotechnology and biosafety?
4 June 2007
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Source: The International Institute for Sustainable Development
News and Features
Deadlock broken on international seed sharing
Poor countries may become more open to sharing seeds now that a fund to support their crop protection efforts has been agreed.
Experts appeal to defend South American biodiversity
The loss of biodiversity in South America has been analysed by experts from 12 countries, who have urged local communities to commit to conservation.
29 May 2009
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Practical Guides
Reporting biodiversity loss the world over
Tips on how journalists can report increasing biodiversity loss and its implications at the local level.
