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 SciDev.Net Weekly Update (31 October - 6 November 2011): Libyan
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News, views and information about science, technology and the
developing world

Science centres are now popular in most parts of the world — but
Africa currently has few. _Graham Durant_, from Australia's Questacon,
describes a plan to inspire more young people on the continent.

Christina Scott, champion of science journalism across Africa, has
died.

Bill Gates urged developed, emerging and developing economies to form
'triangular' partnerships to push innovations.
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An initiative launched by major patent holders will improve access to
neglected disease research, but only 49 countries will freely benefit.
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Trees that fertilise the surrounding crops have been adopted by 400,000
farmers in southern Africa, boosting yields.

Libya's agricultural researchers are to receive seeds and training so
they can get back on their feet after the recent revolution.

Joining forces would save countries money on clinical trials, and speed
up drug development for neglected diseases, says a report.

Working conditions are more important than salary, or bouts of
training, for shaping morale in research institutions, says a study.

The Tunisian government aims to revive its technological exports by
boosting science and technology innovation.

Researchers have created a database of the chemicals in 300 Chinese
herbs used in traditional medicine.
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The Malaysian prime minister says a world environment organisation
would simplify existing systems and achieve better coordination.

Pragmatism must trump profit when African leaders commit to a green
development agenda, argues _Linda Nordling_.

Few science centres offer hands-on experience for young people in
Africa. Support is needed for an expansion plan, says _Graham Durant_.

Source: Nature Geoscience

Will Vietnam's science stipends be enough to keep scientists at home or
will corruption, entrenched hierarchies and poor facilities prevail,
asks _Mike Ives_?

India has a heavy TB burden but has the technological capacity to deal
with it. _T.V. Padma_ reports.

Keeping Vietnamese scientists at home involves challenging established
ideas, say those who have tried to do it.

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Christina Scott, South African science journalist and broadcaster, has
died in a car accident

Africa's leaders must cite pragmatism not profit when championing green
growth, says _Linda Nordling_

Getting Libyan agricultural research back on its feet

Planting trees in crop fields may boost farmers' incomes

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