Science, Policy and Development in Africa

ISBN-13: 9781108816144 / Angielski / Miękka / 2022 / 352 str.

South Africa) Sooryamoorthy R. (University of KwaZulu-Natal

Opis

An historical and empirical study of science in Africa, bringing to light connections between science, policy and development.

Recenzje

'Sooryamoorthy's prose is clear and his research is thorough and well integrated into his argument … this work is valuable to development experts and upper-level students in the fields of international studies, political science, sociology, anthropology, and the history of science.' Cathy Skidmore-Hess, Journal of Global South Studies

Spis treści

1. Science, development and Africa; 2. Science from Africa: historical and contemporary trends; 3. Production of science in Africa: decisive indicators; 4. Scientific research areas; 5. Collaboration: importance for Africa; 6. Policy matters in science and development; 7. Science and development: challenges and prospects for Africa.