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SciDev.Net Weekly Update (5 – 12 May 2008)

Latest articles from the leading source of free news and commentary about science, technology and innovation in the developing world

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Less pollution means more drought for Amazon rainforest
Research indicates that falls in Northern Hemisphere aerosol pollution will bring more frequent drought to the Amazonian rainforest.

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New project targets post-harvest loss in Ethiopia
A new university programme in Ethiopia will develop low-cost ways to reduce post-harvest losses in agriculture.

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Sub-Saharan Africa news in brief: 23 April–8 May 2008
Scientists sterilise malaria-carrying mosquitoes, farmers get their hands on brand new rice varieties, roll out of HIV drugs is urged, and more.

Central America calls for climate change fund
Representatives from Central American countries have discussed last week the need for a joint fund to support climate change research
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Mexican biotech business asks government for transparency
The agricultural biotechnology industry has asked the Mexican government to avoid using discretionary measures to deliver permissions for sowing maize.
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