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Paulownia: An Agroforestry Gem

Timothy Hall

Paulownia trees have been popular in Asia for centuries. They are now attracting more interest for their wide variety of benefits, including potential for sustainable agroforestry systems. (more)

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Underexploited Tropical Plants with Promising Economic Value: The Last 30 Years

Noel Vietmeyer, Ph.D.

The celebrated author of the landmark book Underexploited Tropical Plants with Promising Economic Value, formerly with the National Academy of Sciences in Washington, D.C., relates experiences from his life as a "crop champion." (more)

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Using Science to Help the Poor: Low-Budget Research Ideas. Part 3: Research Opportunities

Martin Price, Ph.D.

Several specific research topics are suggested, including plant tissue culture, making an antibiotic ointment from the Moringa tree, and use of the African Egusi melon as a milk substitute. (more)

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Using Science to Help the Poor: Low-Budget Research Ideas. Part 2: Observations and Suggestions

Martin Price, Ph.D.

Research focused on helping people in underdeveloped areas can be elegant and have real academic value. Strategies for effective low-cost research include an interdisciplinary approach, creative fundraising, and alternative ideas for allocating time and personnel. (more)

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Using Science to Help the Poor: Low-Budget Research Ideas. Part 1: From Biochemist to Advocate for the Underserved

Martin Price, Ph.D.

Research focused on helping people in underdeveloped areas may be a “path less traveled by,” but it also presents a wealth of opportunities. This first part of a three-part series tells the story of one man who chose to follow that path. (more)

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Paulownia: An Agroforestry Gem

Underexploited Tropical Plants with Promising Economic Value: The Last 30 Years

Using Science to Help the Poor: Low-Budget Research Ideas. Part 3: Research Opportunities

Using Science to Help the Poor: Low-Budget Research Ideas. Part 2: Observations and Suggestions Martin Price, Ph.D.

Using Science to Help the Poor: Low-Budget Research Ideas. Part 1: From Biochemist to Advocate for the Underserved Martin Price, Ph.D.

Using Science to Help the Poor: Low-Budget Research Ideas. Part 2: Observations and Suggestions

Martin Price, Ph.D.

Using Science to Help the Poor: Low-Budget Research Ideas. Part 1: From Biochemist to Advocate for the Underserved

Martin Price, Ph.D.