Science and technology for development /

In Science and Technology for Development, James Smith explores the complex relationship between society and technology, and the potential for science to make sustainable contributions to global development. Drawing on case studies from Africa, Latin America and Asia, the author argues that we need...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author:	Smith, James (Africanist) (Author)
Format:	eBook
Language:	English
Published:	London, England : Zed Books, 2009.
Series:	Development matters.
Subjects:	Technology transfer > Developing countries. Technological innovations > Economic aspects > Developing countries. Development studies Other technologies & applied sciences Electronic books.
Online Access:	Connect to the full text of this electronic book

Table of Contents:

Prelims; Introduction
Development and the Promise of Technology; 1
Rethinking Technology for Development; 2
The Internationalization of Science; 3
Making Technology Work for the Poor?; 4
Governing Technologies for Development; Conclusion
Can Technology Transform Development?; Glossary; Notes; Bibliography; Index.