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Nature 438, 1078 (22 December 2005) | doi:10.1038/4381078d; Published online 21 December 2005

Network aims to make maths count in Africa

John Ball1

  1. International Mathematical Union, Mathematical Institute, 24–29 St Giles', Oxford OX1 3LB, UK

Your Editorial "Networks for Africa" (Nature 438, 395; 2005) raises the question of how research and teaching in the mathematical and physical sciences in Africa can best be strengthened. A vital ingredient is surely that, with whatever assistance richer nations can provide, the broader scientific community across Africa should itself plan and manage its own scientific development.

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