Nairobi Conference Attracts International Scholars
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November 7 -- Stronger African science academies can help save lives or raise the standard of living by settling questions on topics such as malaria prevention and sustainable development, said organizers of this week's first annual international conference of the African Science Academy Development Initiative, being held in Nairobi, Kenya. The initiative is supported by a $20 million grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and administered by the U.S. National Academies.
- Welcome remarks: Prof. Mohamed Hassan, President, African Academy of Sciences and Executive Director, Third World Academy of Sciences, Italy (requires free Real Player)
