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Using satellite technology to transform agriculture in developing countries

Using satellite technology to transform agriculture in developing countries

28 Apr 2023
An UNCTAD-backed programme helps countries in the global South harness science, technology and innovation to boost crop yields and farming resilience.
Why family farmers need greater access to technology

Why family farmers need greater access to technology

13 Apr 2023
UNCTAD supports efforts to expand family farmers’ access to innovative technologies to boost livelihoods and fight global hunger.
UNCTAD and Thailand partner to strengthen women’s capacity to use technology

UNCTAD and Thailand partner to strengthen women’s capacity to use technology

31 Mar 2023
The two organizations will train women researchers and entrepreneurs on how to harness the power of science, technology and innovation to drive more sustainable and inclusive growth.
Developing countries cannot afford to miss out on the green tech revolution

Developing countries cannot afford to miss out on the green tech revolution

30 Mar 2023
By Shamika N. Sirimanne, Director of UNCTAD’s Division on Technology and Logistics
Top UN forum taps technology and innovation for climate action

Top UN forum taps technology and innovation for climate action

24 Mar 2023
UNCTAD explores how developing countries can leverage green, innovative technologies to grow their economies while fighting climate change.
Solving the water and sanitation crisis: How technology and innovation can help

Solving the water and sanitation crisis: How technology and innovation can help

21 Mar 2023
UNCTAD examines how to use new technologies to improve existing systems and get safe water and sanitation to all.
How to decarbonize cement and improve lives

How to decarbonize cement and improve lives

17 Mar 2023
Written by Professor Karen Scrivener, Professor at Ecole polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), Switzerland
Generative AI: The Global debate and controversies on use of copyrighted content as training data

Generative AI: The Global debate and controversies on use of copyrighted content as training data

9 Mar 2023
Written by Anthony Wong, President of IFIP, CIO, Lawyer and Futurist
Adding life to years: The promise of longevity biotech for healthy aging

Adding life to years: The promise of longevity biotech for healthy aging

6 Mar 2023
Written by Kristen Fortney, CEO and co-founder of BioAge Labs
Women scientists from developing countries at the forefront of cutting-edge research

Women scientists from developing countries at the forefront of cutting-edge research

9 Feb 2023
Participants of UNCTAD and Okayama University’s Young Female Scientist Programme are breaking the glass ceiling in science, technology, engineering and maths.