Of late, the National ICT R&D Fund has been in the news a lot and its performance (or lack of it) over the last several years has been a source of much concern for IT professionals and informed citizens like myself. Read the rest of this entry »
Editors’ Note: The Atlas project team is seeking examples of significant scientific or commercialisation accomplishments in Muslim countries that have received major international acclaim or achieved commercial success. Scientists and technologists are invited to send in their nominations by August 31st, 2010, at the latest. Details are included at the end of the article.
The Atlas is a study (Atlas Brochure) that will explore the changing landscape of science and innovation across a diverse selection of countries with large Muslim populations in the Middle East, Africa and Asia, including in-depth case studies of fifteen geographically and economically diverse countries. It aims to draw important cross-country conclusions to help national policy-makers, international stakeholders, and development planners to chart the way forward. Working closely with partners in each of these countries, the project will chart the delicate interplay between science, innovation, culture and politics, and explore new opportunities for partnership and exchange with the wider world. Read the rest of this entry »
