Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR) ICT-KM Program Newsletter
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The response to the upcoming Web2ForDev conference has been overwhelming. More than 250 people have signed on to attend this first-of-a-kind event, which will give international development stakeholders an opportunity to explore the ways in which they can take advantage of the technical and organizational opportunities provided by Web 2.0 methods, approaches and applications.

A follow-up interview with FAO's Steve Katz (Chief, WAICENT Knowledge Exchange Facilitation Branch) and CGIAR CIO Enrica Porcari revealed that the two organizations recently made two joint appointments that will provide support for the upcoming Web2ForDev Conference

Some publications receive numerous citations purely because of their controversial nature, without them necessarily contributing anything significant in terms of research. But what does this mean for agricultural research?

A blended learning event is breaking new ground in the CGIAR. A seven-week course entitled Research Methods - Thinking Scientifically, which began on 13 August 2007, is introducing young scientists and graduate students to the principles, concepts, methods and approaches used to conduct high quality research and development in agriculture and natural resources management.

The CIO, along with members of the IT Community, recently negotiated a new joint CGIAR-CGNET contract that sees existing contract costs reduced by more than US$60,000 per year over the next two years.

What do storymercials, a knowledge bank for rice farmers, and guidelines for the adoption of safe food interventions all have in common?

The ICT-KM Program is pleased to announce the launch of its new website at http://ictkm.cgiar.org. With its crisp new look, improved navigation and interactive features, the redesign represents a shift in our relationship with our audience.