the world academy of sciences for the advancement of science in developing countries
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OPPORTUNITIES
Events and Deadlines
NEWS
At the World Social Science Forum in Japan, the Science International partnership explored the needs of war-displaced researchers.
Researchers work to provide Israelis, Jordanians and Palestinians with drinkable water – and to ease political strife
TWAS Research Grant awardee Awa Gneme maps the distribution of malaria- and dengue-transmitting mosquitos to help guide medical strategies.
Science institutions in Trieste and Friuli Venezia Giulia to support scientists fleeing conflict.
As crises escalate, so does the number of displaced scientists. But a precise overall count is elusive.
By patenting innovations, scientists and universities may reap financial rewards, which in turn stimulates further innovation, says Revel Iyer, a South African technology transfer expert.
In the News
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17/10/2018Source: SciDevNet
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17/10/2018Source: Mongabay
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16/10/2018Source: Down to Earth
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16/10/2018Source: Open Mind
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15/10/2018Source: IRIN News
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15/10/2018Source: Quartz Africa
TWAS NETWORK
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TWAS Network
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Regional partners
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Associated organizations
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Our partners
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Young Affiliates
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Members
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TWAS NetworkTWAS is the hub for a global network of scientists and organizations working to advance science in the developing world
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Regional partnersFive Regional Partners keep TWAS close to grassroots science in the developing world
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Associated organizationsTWAS works in close association with four international science organizations based in Trieste, Italy
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Our partnersTWAS collaborates with a network of partners committed to advancing science in the developing world
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Young AffiliatesEarly-career scientists gain connections and opportunities through TWAS
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MembersTWAS's strength resides in the quality and diversity of its membership.
