Science And Technology For Development

Author : National Research Council
Publisher : National Academies Press
ISBN 13 : 0309164737
Total Pages : 162 pages
Book Rating : 4.33/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Fundamental Role of Science and Technology in International Development written by National Research Council and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2006-05-24 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In October 2003 the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and the National Research Council (NRC) entered into a cooperative agreement. The agreement called for the NRC to examine selected aspects of U.S. foreign assistance activities-primarily the programs of the USAID-that have benefited or could benefit from access to strong science, technology, and medical capabilities in the United States or elsewhere. After considering the many aspects of the role of science and technology (S&T) in foreign assistance, the study led to the publication of The Fundamental Role of Science and Technology in International Development. In the book special attention is devoted to partnerships that involve the USAID together with international, regional, U.S. governmental, and private sector organizations in fields such as heath care, agriculture and nutrition, education and job creation, and energy and the environment. This book explores specific programmatic, organizational, and personnel reforms that would increase the effective use of S&T to meet the USAID's goals while supporting larger U.S. foreign policy objectives.

Author : United Nations Commission on Science and Technology for Development. Gender Working Group
Publisher : IDRC
ISBN 13 : 0889367655
Total Pages : 388 pages
Book Rating : 4.54/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Missing Links written by United Nations Commission on Science and Technology for Development. Gender Working Group and published by IDRC. This book was released on 1995 with total page 388 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this landmark book, the UN-commissioned Gender Working Group outlines its policy proposals for national science and technology programs. Its goal is to ensure that women and men have equal access to and benefit equally from science and technology. The proposals are supported by essays written by distinguished scholars and experts.

Author : Gustavo Crespi
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 3319041088
Total Pages : 291 pages
Book Rating : 4.87/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Science, Technology and Innovation Policies for Development written by Gustavo Crespi and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2014-04-11 with total page 291 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book examines the implementation of science, technology and innovation (STI) policy in eight Latin American countries and the different paths these policies have taken. It provides empirical evidence to examine the extent to which STI policies are contributing to the development of the region, as well as to the solution of market failures and the stimulus of the region’s innovation systems. Since the pioneering work of Solow (1957), it has been recognized that innovation is critical for economic growth both in developed and in less-developed countries. Unfortunately Latin America lags behind world trends, and although over the last 20 years the region has established a more stable and certain macroeconomic regime, it is also clear that these changes have not been enough to trigger a process of innovation and productivity to catch-up. Against this rather grim scenario there is some optimism emerging throughout the region. After many years of inaction the region has begun to invest in science, technology and engineering once again. Furthermore, after many changes in innovation policy frameworks, there is now an emerging consensus on the need for a solution to coordination failures that hinder the interaction between supply and demand. Offering an informative and analytic insight into STI policymaking within Latin America, this book can be used by students, researchers and practitioners who are interested in the design and implementation of innovation policies. This book also intends to encourage discussion and collaboration amongst current policy makers within the region.

Author : National Research Council
Publisher : National Academies Press
ISBN 13 : 0309178207
Total Pages : 142 pages
Book Rating : 4.04/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Science and Technology and the Future Development of Societies written by National Research Council and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2008-07-10 with total page 142 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In June 2006, seventeen scientists and educators selected by the National Academies, the Academy of Sciences of Iran, and the Académie des Sciences of France held a workshop at the estate of the Fondation des Treilles in Toutour, France, to discuss issues concerning the role of science in the development of modern societies. Science and Technology and the Future Development of Societies includes the presentations made at the workshop and summarizes the discussions that followed the presentations. Topics of the workshop included science and society issues, the role of science and engineering in development; obstacles and opportunities in the application of science and technology to development; scientific thinking of decision makers; management and utilization of scientific knowledge; and science, society, and education. This book also provides useful background for the further development of interactions of Western scientists and educators with Iranian specialists.

Author : OECD
Publisher : OECD Publishing
ISBN 13 : 926403210X
Total Pages : 292 pages
Book Rating : 4.01/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Integrating Science & Technology into Development Policies An International Perspective written by OECD and published by OECD Publishing. This book was released on 2007-05-23 with total page 292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This publication provides the proceedings of an international workshop, held in South Africa, intended to address how international co-operation in science and technology can further the three inter-related aspects (economic, social and environmental) of the development process.

Author : Atul Wad
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 9780367302207
Total Pages : 315 pages
Book Rating : 4.09/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Science, Technology, and Development written by Atul Wad and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2021-06-02 with total page 315 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book examines issues specific to the regions of Latin America and Africa and deals with an issue that Africa has shown the least progress in terms of science and technology and yet it is a region where the needs are urgent in human terms.

Author : OECD
Publisher : OECD Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9264192344
Total Pages : 372 pages
Book Rating : 4.48/5 ( download)

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Download or read book International Science and Technology Co-operation Towards Sustainable Development written by OECD and published by OECD Publishing. This book was released on 2001-03-07 with total page 372 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This conference proceedings explores how widespread diffusion and application of cleaner technologies can help countries reach their sustainable development goals.

Author : Robert P. Morgan
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 1483149846
Total Pages : 429 pages
Book Rating : 4.44/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Science and Technology for Development written by Robert P. Morgan and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2013-10-22 with total page 429 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Science and Technology for Development: The Role of U.S. Universities examines the role of U.S. universities in helping to build an indigenous science and technology (S&T) base in developing countries. U.S. university involvement in engineering, agriculture, and science is analyzed, along with conditions for success or failure and limitations to involvement. Successful experiences in developing countries are highlighted. This book is comprised of seven chapters and begins with an overview of the past legislative mandate for U.S. university involvement in S&T for development. The reader is then introduced to U.S. university activity in three fields: engineering, agriculture, and science. Within the analysis of each field, specific past involvements, current thinking, and field-specific issues are explored. The subsequent chapters discuss future roles for U.S. universities, including types of involvement, mechanisms for involvement, and forms of cooperation among U. S. institutions. Eight legislative changes are outlined for expanding U.S. university involvement in international S&T cooperation. This monograph will be of interest to S&T policymakers and university officials.

Author : Hiroko Morita-lou
Publisher : Westview Press
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 232 pages
Book Rating : 4.50/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Science And Technology Indicators For Development written by Hiroko Morita-lou and published by Westview Press. This book was released on 1985-10-17 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : OECD
Publisher : OECD Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9264501770
Total Pages : 182 pages
Book Rating : 4.75/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Digitalisation of Science, Technology and Innovation Key Developments and Policies written by OECD and published by OECD Publishing. This book was released on 2020-02-11 with total page 182 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This report examines digitalisation’s effects on science, technology and innovation and the associated consequences for policy. In varied and far-reaching ways, digital technologies are changing how scientists work, collaborate and publish.