Science & Development Bulletin monitors science development and highlights the role of science and technology in establishing knowledge-based economy in the Islamic world. Issue No.53 – July 2009

Islamic scientific channel
Miracle of Kaaba and Mecca
 
 

Latest News
New science investments for Morocco
Morocco is investing more in science with plans to make universities financially independent and upgrade the scientific infrastructure
Obama vows to boost science ties with Muslim world
The United States' commitment to science diplomacy in parts of the developing world assumed a firmer shape on 4 June when its president, Barack Obama, outlined a science plan during his landmark speech at Cairo University in Egypt.
Financial crisis hits Pakistani science
A severe money shortage in Pakistan caused by the global financial crisis has delayed or terminated a swathe of key science initiatives.
Saudi Arabia sets up nanotechnology facility
A state-of-the-art research facility in Saudi Arabia aims to stem the region's brain drain and promote nanotechnology research in the Arab world.
 

Studies and Reports
Science and technology indicator in the world
In abid to develop sustainable and equitable food systems for the 21st century, policy makers, scientists and local people should set strategic research priorities together, in which research serves local interests ahead of those of private companies and technocratic elites.
US President’s speech in Cairo on America’s relationship with Muslim communities around the world.
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النص الكامل لخطاب أوباما في جامعة القاهرة
 
Spotlight

وبالوالدين ..أحسانا

The Prophet Mohamed said: "Seeking knowledge is a mandate for every Muslim (male and female)." (Sahih Bukhari)
 

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Feature
Why has the Muslim World made no contribution to science and technology?
 
 

Netwatch
Academic earth
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Making the science work for Ummah`s needs
Novel anti-HIV microbicide can be produced by plants
Scientists have developed an anti-HIV microbicide that can be mass-produced in plants — in quantities large enough to make it affordable for people in developing countries.
 

Meetings and conferences

2nd International conference on biological and environmental sciences

Date: 15-20 March, 2010
Location: Mansoura, Egypt

The 2nd Scientific Conference of Animal Wealth Research in the Middle East & North Africa

Date: 24th to 26th October, 2009
Location: Cairo, Egypt

Global Fisheries & Aquaculture Research Conference

Date: 24th to 26th October, 2009
Location: Cairo, Egypt

The fourth international conference on "Impacts of Climate Change on Natural Resources"

Date: November 10-11, 2009.
Location: Ismailia, Egypt

Workshop on industrial pollution control

Date: 13-16 July 2009
Location: Alexandria, Egypt

 

Fellowships, awards and & training opportunities

The European and Developing Countries Clinical Trials Partnership Awards to Outstanding African Scientists

 
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