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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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.
Users can drive creative innovation for the poor
Open innovation has potential to revitalise the development sector, providing new sources of creative knowledge and resources, says Tara Acharya.
Innovation systems for agricultural development
An innovation systems approach to agricultural research can be better for sustainable development than a linear pipeline approach.
22 May 2009
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Source: IFPRI
Thinking big — and expensive — in the Saudi desert
Money is no object at the King Abdullah University of Science and Technology — but will sumptuous surroundings promote research?
23 October 2009
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Source: Science
Colombia's vice-president leads innovation drive
Colombia's vice-president has given new impetus to the country's innovation system — a move well received by the scientific community.
21 July 2009
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