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Nanotech filter may protect farmed fish from fungus
By Wagdy Sahel – SciDev.Net Iranian scientists have coated a water filter with silver nanoparticles to prevent fungal infections in fish farmed indoors, in a step that they say could...
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Arab world in high definition: MENA’s massive HDTV demand continues to rise but consumers ‘missing out’ on true HD experience
ChannelSculptor research reveals that HD technology is reshaping the broadcasting world globally. In the past four years, the total number of HDTV channels in MENA has increased to more than...
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In Perspective: What really holds back Islamic science
By David Dickson – SciDev.Net Conservative traditions, rather than religious belief, seem to be the main barrier to modern science in Muslim countries, says David Dickson. Earlier this month, I...
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Islamic nations are ‘failing on R&D links and funding’
By Naimul Haq – SciDev.Net Islamic countries are failing to cooperate on key development issues and to invest enough in research to drive their development in the face of the...
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Global Healthcare Experts Converge on Dubai for International Cardiology Symposium
Physicians hope to address quickly rising rates of heart disease and diabetes. Dubai, United Arab Emirates – Local and international experts are converging on Dubai this weekend, as part of...
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Qatar: Groundbreaking launch of Alwaseeta
Qatar Intermediate Industries holding Co. Ltd. known as “Qatar Holding” a subsidiary of Qatar Petroleum, unveiled on the 14th of May at a ceremony; its new corporate identity. The groundbreaking...
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QNRF awards $121 million in research funding to national priority projects
Qatar National Research Fund (QNRF) has announced new research grants worth a total of $121 million today, under its flagship funding program, the National Priorities Research Program (NPRP). The announcement...