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3. provide information on international science and technology-related treaties and protocols, as well as on other international initiatives andforthcoming major events and summits; and | 3. provide information on international science and technology-related treaties and protocols, as well as on other international initiatives andforthcoming major events and summits; and | ||
| − | 4. identify and disseminate information on best practices in the development assessment, transfer, adaptation and diffusion of technology | + | 4. identify and disseminate information on best practices in the development assessment, transfer, adaptation and diffusion of technology.</blockquote> |
Promoted by the [[United Nations Conference On Trade And Development | UNCTAD]] | Promoted by the [[United Nations Conference On Trade And Development | UNCTAD]] | ||
Revision as of 06:22, 22 May 2006
The STDev is designed as a gateway to information on science and technology within the United Nations system.
It seeks to:
1. provide access to information on activities in the area of science and technology for development (policies, programmes, projects, networking and partnership opportunities, publications available on-line, etc.) within the United Nations system, other multilateral and bilateral development institutions, NGOs, etc.;
2. build awareness of scientific and technological developments that are of particular importance for fostering economic and social development in member States;
3. provide information on international science and technology-related treaties and protocols, as well as on other international initiatives andforthcoming major events and summits; and
4. identify and disseminate information on best practices in the development assessment, transfer, adaptation and diffusion of technology.
Promoted by the UNCTAD
