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Tag archives for Science and Technology
Accelerating Development through Science, Innovation, and Partnership
Americans can be proud of USAID’s history of embracing and advancing science, technology, and innovation to create new solutions for age-old challenges. Today, we are building on this legacy with a renewed sense of focus and energy around the world to end extreme poverty. Read more >>
Harnessing S&T for Global Development
Photo of the Week: Securing Water for Food
Our Photo of the Week features the new USAID and Sida program “Securing Water for Food: A Grand Challenge for Development.” Read more >>
Using Science to Warn Countries About Deadly Flash Floods
Flash floods are the number one weather-related killer and the most fatal side effect of hurricanes. Read more >>
Use of Technology in Malaria Prevention and Control Activities
mHealth applications are helping Zanzibar to identify and treat many otherwise undiagnosed malaria cases, identifying hot spots and transmission patterns, and responding rapidly to new outbreaks. Read more >>
Embracing Innovation and Discovery to Accelerate Global Health Progress
Improving women’s and children’s health is critical to the development of successful economies and stable communities. Read more >>
USAID Contest to Recognize Pioneers in Science and Technology for Development
USAID Office of Science and Technology (OST) is excited to announce the Agency’s first-ever Science and Technology Pioneers Prize contest Read more >>
Taking on Global Challenges through Science, Diplomacy, and Development
The cutting edge of science and technology is rapidly moving to address questions of global importance: How do we conserve ecosystems and protect against the spread of emerging infectious disease? How do we increase agricultural yields while decreasing the environmental footprint of agriculture? How do we better predict natural disasters, ranging from global climatic disruption, […]
Bringing Science and Technology Expertise to USAID
Recognizing the Importance of Science & Technology in Development, USAID attended The Space Coast Job Fair and Hands-On Training Event in Cape Canaveral, Florida on July 26th. This event was part of the U.S. Office of Personnel Management’s (OPM) continuing effort to promote Federal hiring in areas most adversely affected by current economic conditions. OPM […]
