The Next Generation of Scientists in Africa /

Young scientists are a powerful resource for change and sustainable development, as they drive innovation and knowledge creation. However, comparable findings on young scientists in various countries, especially in Africa and developing regions, are generally sparse. Therefore, empirical knowledge o...

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Andere auteurs: Prozesky, H. E. (Heidi Eileen) (Redacteur), Mouton, J. (Johann) (Redacteur), Beaudry, Catherine (Redacteur)
Formaat: Elektronisch E-boek
Taal:Engels
Gepubliceerd in: Baltimore, Maryland : Project Muse, 2019
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Inhoudsopgave:
  • part one. Context : The state of science in Africa
  • African science : A diagnosis
  • African science : A bibliometric analysis
  • Research funding landscapes in Africa
  • The challenges that young scientists in Africa face
  • The young scientist : A profile
  • Lack of funding
  • Lack of mentoring and support
  • Mobility and the careers of young scientists
  • part three. Research performance
  • Research publications
  • Collaboration
  • part four. Conclusions and recommendations.