May 22, 2004

Porthole to science & technology

http://scitechdaily.com/

SCITECHDAILY Review is a New Zealand-based “porthole” site where the view is concentrated into a specific area of interest. This approach represents a major internet trend. It spreads the word of the role of science and technology in society. It is a sister site to “Closer to Truth” which engages some of the world’s most esteemed experts, including Nobel-laureates, to look into our future.

Science in developing countries (SciDev. Net)

http://www.scidev.net/

This ‘one-stop shop’ to provide a comprehensive range of essential resources for all those engaged in science communication activities — particularly in developing countries. Whether you are a scientist, policy researcher, journalist, communicator or public information officer, this e-guide can help you communicate about science and technology more effectively.

Internet public library

www.ipl.org/

This is a new website that allows you to browse Middle Eastern newspapers with a new interactive map, developed in partnership with the Universal Map Company. You can filter newspapers by language, zoom in on regions of interest, and then experience local news sources for a firsthand account of tomorrow’s headlines.

Innovation in lighting

kinkajou.designthatmatters.org/

The Kinkajou Projector is a novel educational tool for developing countries that combines the efficiency of LEDs with the durability of microfilm. The site tells all about the invention, a battery-driven projector. It also projects an image in a virtual classroom with easy-to-understand tutorials.

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