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In the case of the 2014 Ebola outbreak in Western Africa, which claimed over 11,000 lives, the virus propagated faster than reliable data, leaving local journalists facing both an unprecedented epi

The presentation is from the National Workshop on Migration and Global Environmental Change in India. A large proportion of internal migration is caused by environmental processes and changes.

The paper briefly outlines research which indicates that effective participation of farmers through a participatory approach, and involvement of NGOs alongside research institutions, would be a pre

This two-page document provides the subject headings and topics for presentation by the IDRC at the International Community-University Research Alliance Program (ICURA) conference (2015).

The report addresses sub-task WT 6.6.1 in the DECCMA workplan – to scope and document all adaptation finance initiatives available in each delta, as part of deliverable D6.6.1 – a scoping report on

This report is aimed at focusing on the issue of Adaptation with reference to Climate Change in Indian National Context.

Ghana, as a signatory to international requirements of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and the Kyoto Protocol, has recognized the risks of global warming to its e

This report, which encompasses the findings of a Regional Diagnostic Study (RDS) for West Africa, was undertaken in 2014-15 to advance understanding of climate change in semi-arid regions of Africa

The development deficit in Pakistan’s rural semi-arid areas, paralleled by higher investments in urban centres, together lure potential migrants from rural areas to urban settlements.

Household characteristics and capacities need to be taken into account when designing adaptation and safety net mechanisms aimed at reducing vulnerability to climate change.

The paper provides an overview of village crops: corn, rice, cowpeas, sorghum, soybeans, vegetable varieties, and fruits. Livestock and fishery activity are also reported on.

Given the lack of locally designed pedagogical interventions that target the development of self-directed individuals, this educational research study was designed to explore the feasibility and im

This final report reviews research conducted around the potential uses of big data towards better informed public policy, and to expand the use of evidence-based research in the policy making proce

While still respecting the integrity of individual reports, the meta-synthesis framework serves to integrate themes and insights gained from individual qualitative research into a higher order synt

The Chisokone food market in urban Kitwe (Zambia) occupied zoned land that could be used for a mall and was relocated to make way for “development.” This presentation by African Food Security Urban

This presentation provides an overview of the proposed research study regarding how group dynamics influence chicken farming among women in Makueni County.

The aim of the research is to develop equity and accountability framework(s) for integration of ICT applications (eHealth and mHealth) within health systems, and to analyse their role(s) in influen

This is the final report for the Health System Research Capacity Strengthening program implemented by the Instituto Nacional de Saúde de Moçambique (INS).

The presentation provides an update on progress and project implementation including: the project team, the administrative setup, achievements to date, and key documents.

Use of ICTs can enhance agricultural extension by reaching farmers, facilitating their participation and improving innovation adoption.

The research reviewed policy developments and actions related to internet freedoms over the period 2010 to 2014.