developing nations Archives

By Dave Gershgorn Jan 6, 2016

Gadgets

The Endless Mini Is An Affordable Computer For The Developing World

And it doesn't always need wi-fi

By Jason Tetro Dec 16, 2015

Under The Microscope

Fermenting bacteria could help prevent food spoilage

By Rebecca Boyle Apr 13, 2011

Science

Humanity’s worst scourge, the smallpox virus, may finally wind up on death row in May if health officials decide to … Continued

By Clay Dillow Mar 3, 2010

Technology

Those of us who can plug directly into the grid likely don’t think much about where our power comes from, … Continued

By Stuart Fox Jan 28, 2010

Technology

The World Health Organization estimates that around one sixth of the world lacks access to clean drinking water. Since those … Continued

By Cliff Kuang Mar 11, 2009

Science

Adjustable eyeglasses and smarter stoves for developing nations

By Dave Prochnow Dec 13, 2007

DIY

Well, the first “review” of the XO laptop from the One Laptop Per Child initiative has been published. Remarkably, this … Continued