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Nature 434, 941 (21 April 2005) | doi:10.1038/434941a; Published online 20 April 2005

Wanted: social entrepreneurs

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Scientists-turned-entrepreneurs are resuscitating the research and development of drugs for neglected diseases. Researchers, administrators and funders should contribute their expertise to help these initiatives — or set up their own.

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