Six international research projects worth $16.5 million aim to develop practical solutions to combat hunger and food insecurity in developing countries. These projects, funded by IDRC and CIDA, team up Canadian and developing-country scientists to create lasting impact.
The International Research Initiative on Adaptation to Climate Change has announced a total of $12.5 million in awards to five research teams, including two focused on vulnerable indigenous populations, to study climate change adaptation strategies and mitigate the impacts of climate change.
The International Development Research Centre (IDRC) has awarded $20,000 doctoral research grants to five Canadian students. The winners will study various aspects of international development, including civil war's impact on Burundi's populations and the effects of State decentralization in Senegal.
Students from Granby's Sacré-Coeur high school will demonstrate simple water quality tests using lettuce seeds, onion bulbs, and other methods. The demonstration is part of AQUAtox 2000, a global network of students conducting experimental research on water toxicity.
The International Development Research Centre presents four case studies on ICTs in Latin America, highlighting their impact on civil society organizations and indigenous communities. These projects showcase the potential of technology to bridge development gaps and promote social change.