Archive for October, 2007

Should Scientists Embrace Economic Growth? - Scitizen

The assumption of continuous economic growth lurks behind most scientific endeavors. Should scientists embrace this growth which is often presented as a panacea for the relief of poverty, the stability of society and even the …

Cover: Through Chinese eyes by Sarah Barnett | New Zealand Listener

China has come a long way from the days of foot binding and feminine servitude: at least, in the big cities. Economic reform has marched on, China is a member of the World Trade Organisation and there are unprecedented opportunities for …