What patents and publications reveal about China-Africa science collaboration: Slowly, Chinese and African researchers are beginning to collaborate more. Blablo101/ShutterstockChina has enjoyed a close economic relationship with a number of African countries for many decades. It has been particularly involved in supporting African countries’ infrastructure projects. As far … [Read more...] about What patents and publications reveal about China-Africa science collaboration | The Conversation
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Africa needs better science capacity to meet environmental challenges | The Conversation
Africa needs better science capacity to meet environmental challenges: Researchers only have access to limited facilities and support for research. ShutterstockHumanity faces unprecedented environmental challenges. Nowhere are the challenges greater than in Africa, the second most populous continent. Over the next century Africa will replace Asia as the driver of global … [Read more...] about Africa needs better science capacity to meet environmental challenges | The Conversation
How data science in and for Africa can blaze new trails | The Conversation
How data science in and for Africa can blaze new trails: Africa is data-rich and well connected. Therein lies the solution to many of its challenges. S.Gvozd/ShutterstockThe term “data science” was coined by scientists working at the social networks LinkedIn and Facebook in 2008. A few years later, they dubbed it “the sexiest profession of the 21st century”. This relatively … [Read more...] about How data science in and for Africa can blaze new trails | The Conversation
How Africa’s science academies can help drive sustainable development | The Conversation
How Africa's science academies can help drive sustainable development: Scientists and medical practitioners can help turn goals into reality, such as through vaccine programmes. Rebecca Hall/CDC/CDC ConnectsMany African countries have a long way to go to meet the sustainable development goals. These goals, set by the United Nations, call for all countries to develop their … [Read more...] about How Africa’s science academies can help drive sustainable development | The Conversation
Hundreds of young scientists showcase their science projects at Eskom Expo
Hundreds of young scientists showcase their science projects at Eskom Expo: Johannesburg in the news: Hundreds of young scientists showcase their science projects at Eskom Expo: Hundreds of young scientists gather at the University of Johannesburg Soweto campus to exhibit their science projects at the Eskom Expo for Young … – Google Alert – Johannesburg … [Read more...] about Hundreds of young scientists showcase their science projects at Eskom Expo
