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Apurmed, the application that helps doctors write prescriptions
Developed in Burkina Faso, this digital solution reduces the risk of prescribing drugs that are incompatible with each other or unsuitable for the patient’s health. Fast playback This application, developed by the medical informatics laboratory, lists over 4,000 drugs. Its user-friendly options help doctors avoid medication errors For the experts, if its use is popularized,…
Read MoreFunding methods and foreign influence “hold back scientific progress in Africa”.
African researchers are calling for supportive policies, increased funding and a collaborative approach to research and development to bridge the gap between scientific research and policy implementation. Fast playback African researchers want less foreign funding and more collaboration They believe that their work will help solve a number of local problems The continent’s scientists want…
Read MoreZambian water project aims for climate resilience
This research project could provide clues as to the possibility of a transfer between the basins of two rivers, the Luapula and the Kafue. Fast playback Zambia’s water project is designed to combat the consequences of global warming and improve the sustainability of water resources. It will study the positive aspects of a possible transfer…
Read MorePeople key to digital shift in Science Granting Councils
African Science Granting Councils are learning to maximise people management for better science, technology and innovation policy. Speed read Science Granting Councils focus on digital transformation People management key Investing in human capital development will maximise effectiveness of digital tools By Elna Schütz [JOHANNESBURG] People management is the foundation of a successful digital transformation, according…
Read MoreDigital transformation project supports policy goals
All Science Granting Councils should become fully digital through the Evidence in Policy (Evi-Pol) project. Speed read Digital transformation project seeks to support evidence-based policy Aim is for all Science Granting Councils to become ‘fully digital’ Roadmap, coaching available to help councils towards this goal By Francis Kokutse [ACCRA] Robust digital data management systems are…
Read MoreSGCI Botswana partnership to lift science and research
A new research fund in Botswana will enable it to partner with other countries on research projects. Speed read Botswana’s new national research fund will support scientific progress The Science Granting Council Initiative is playing a key role Increased funding is expected to benefit health, education, security By Josfyn Uba The Science Granting Councils Initiative…
Read MoreFunding, foreign influence ‘hinder African science progress’
African researchers call for supportive policies, increased funding, and a collaborative approach to R&D to address science-policy gaps. Speed read African researchers want better funding, less reliance on foreign money, and more collaboration Researchers say this will lead to outputs that solve local problems African scientists want to help shape the way forward By Paul…
Read More‘Funds available’ for research and innovation in Ghana
Other funding channels are open pending the start of Ghana’s US$50 million research fund, official says. Speed read Ghana National Research Fund is still not fully operational But senior official says research funding is available through other channels SGCI partnerships are also enhancing research funding in the region By Chioma Umeha [LAGOS] Funding sources are…
Read MoreZambian water project eyes climate resilience
The research project could provide clarity on the possibility of inter-basin transfer between Luapula River Basin and Kafue River Basin. Speed read Zambia water project aims to address climate impacts and boost water sustainability It will explore merits of interbasin transfer between Luapula and Kafue river basins Project should ensure reliable water supply for future…
Read MoreTime is running out: How a gender lens in research can help us meet development targets
A new webinar series on gender equality and inclusivity in research funding draws on the conviction that research that is informed by a gender equality and inclusion lens offers the best chance the world has of meeting its sustainable development targets. In almost any discussion of gender equality and empowerment of women and girls, the…
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