Developing countries look for guidance in GM crops debate..

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The Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR) has been called on by developing countries, to develop guidelines for the research, trial and commercialization of genetically modified (GM) crops. Speakers at a meeting hosted by CGIAR and the US National Academy of Sciences, warned that the interests of poor nations were being brushed aside. The CGIAR is a network of 16 major agricultural centres, sponsored by the United Nations, the World Bank and the Food and Agriculture Organization.

Usage, Developing countries, Food and nutrition, Genetically modified plants

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Community split on Peronist reform effort

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Many scientists in Argentina are hostile towards the party and government of President Carlos Menem, although the neglect of research ended in 1996 and a new programme has been ongoing to revive the country's scientific tradition. Science has been promoted via the new National Agency for the Promotion of Science and Technology. However, although there is money to train scientists, there is a lack of money to support them, although the Agency has raised the ceiling on grants it will deliver.

Science and technology policy, Argentina

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