Found: Genetic markers against deadly cassava viruses
Scientists identify genetic markers for aiding the creation of cassava varieties resistant to two deadly viruses. (Source: SciDev.Net)
Source: SciDev.Net - September 18, 2017 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news
Ethanol to gasoline switch raises nanoparticles in air
Research outside the lab in Sao Paulo records rise in ultrafine particles when cars fill up with gasoline, not biofuel. (Source: SciDev.Net)
Source: SciDev.Net - September 14, 2017 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news
How the Islamic world can reclaim its role in science
Muslim-majority countries face a science crisis. Steps in two key areas are being taken to solve it, says Naeem Khan. (Source: SciDev.Net)
Source: SciDev.Net - September 13, 2017 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news
The plight of Arab refugee scientists in the diaspora
Researchers fleeing conflict see their careers perish as countries and science institutions fail to give support (Source: SciDev.Net)
Source: SciDev.Net - September 12, 2017 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news
Mercury convention raises heat on producers
So far 74 countries have become parties to the Minamata Convention, out of 128 signatories. (Source: SciDev.Net)
Source: SciDev.Net - September 8, 2017 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news
Cambodian biodigester finds success, attracts investors
A household biodigester that converts livestock manure into cooking gas and fertiliser is attracting investors. (Source: SciDev.Net)
Source: SciDev.Net - September 7, 2017 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news
UN science report to guide countries on the SDGs
It aims for influence to match the UN ’s Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) report, finds Anita Makri. (Source: SciDev.Net)
Source: SciDev.Net - September 6, 2017 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news
Science academies should influence education in Africa
Academies need to support inclusive education that fosters innovation and entrepreneurship, meeting hears. (Source: SciDev.Net)
Source: SciDev.Net - September 4, 2017 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news
How to get gender-responsive adaptation right
Don ’t just scatter the right words in proposals — for real change, follow three principles, says Jennifer Baunwoll. (Source: SciDev.Net)
Source: SciDev.Net - September 4, 2017 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news
Lychee deaths linked to pesticides, not the fruit
Investigation suggests pesticide exposure could be behind sudden deaths among children in Asia ’s lychee growing areas. (Source: SciDev.Net)
Source: SciDev.Net - September 1, 2017 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news
Malaria rapid diagnostics fuel overuse of antibiotics
Rapid diagnostic tests improve malaria care but could have unintended consequences, study suggests. (Source: SciDev.Net)
Source: SciDev.Net - August 31, 2017 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news
Malaria rapid diagnostic tests fuel unintended outcomes
Rapid diagnostic tests improve malaria care but could influence overuse of antibiotics, says a study. (Source: SciDev.Net)
Source: SciDev.Net - August 31, 2017 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news
Shipping pollution hotspots mapped with real-time data
Better data on sea traffic paint a worrying picture of air pollution in South-East Asia and major commercial routes. (Source: SciDev.Net)
Source: SciDev.Net - August 30, 2017 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news
Sources of aflatoxin found for Brazil nuts
Analysis of contamination sources has implications for control strategies and international standards for mycotoxin. (Source: SciDev.Net)
Source: SciDev.Net - August 29, 2017 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news
GM crop delays mean Africa loses benefits
Lives and economic benefits are lost as African governments grapple with adoption of GM crops, a study suggests. (Source: SciDev.Net)
Source: SciDev.Net - August 25, 2017 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news
