Regions in 2008

Despite its diminutive size and modest research budget, the Netherlands makes a major contribution to research in the physical sciences. Quirin Schiermeier reports.

The Fusionopolis towers are the latest signs of Singapore's determination to build its future on science. But can the city-state meet the expectations it has raised? David Cyranoski reports.

Spain is revitalizing its science base, with Barcelona surging ahead as a Mediterranean science hub, reports Quirin Schiermeier.

Huntsville, Alabama, the original home of NASA and of military weapons development, makes a move into biology. Paul Smaglik reports from Rocket City.

Scientists in newer member countries are learning how to use what the European Union offers.

Specialist research centres are springing up in Canada's biggest city, nourished by government funds that also attract high-calibre scientists. Kurt Kleiner reports.

As North Carolina's Research Triangle Park nears its fiftieth birthday, Heidi Ledford investigates how research parks across the state are coping with mounting pressure from outside competition.

Bangalore has a growing biotech sector, supported by a tradition of academic science. But there are still challenges in committing to discovery science and retaining top talent. Gene Russo reports.

St Louis wants to become a hub of agricultural biotechnology. All it needs, says Emma Marris, is more start-ups and funds.

Rebuffing a troubled economic and political past, Argentina is trying to get on the science map with a new science ministry and attempts to retain young talent. Paul Smaglik reports.