Twas in Action

Information and communication technologies (ICTs) have generally had a positive impact on science in the developing world

Berhanu Molla Abegaz who was recently appointed executive director of the African Academy of Science (AAS), explains how "science for development" will be at the centre of the AAS's programmes

Can Africa emerge as an innovation hub for growth?

Gas hydrates, an abundant yet difficult to extract source of energy, could play a key role in meeting the world's future energy needs

Ways to improve faculty research and training on issues related to biosecurity and biosafety were at the centre of discussions at a workshop in Trieste

Although massive amounts of data from sources such as Landsat have become open access, users still face many obstacles

In the 29 June 2011 edition of NATURE, TWAS executive director Romain Murenzi speaks about the need to encourage and support young scientists in Africa

Transparency was the often-repeated word at the session, "Under the Pressure Cooker: How Information Professionals Communicate Big Stories."

SciDev.Net has recently spoken with TWAS executive director Romain Murenzi about his plans for the Academy.

Last winter, Abdel Nasser Tawfik was an eyewitness to the birth of the Arab Spring in Cairo's Tahrir Square