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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 and the United Nations Commission on Science & Technology for Development (CSTD)
