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  • Editorial |

    Materials research in Africa can contribute to addressing global challenges by tapping into a growing number of talented scientists.

  • News & Views |

    The resource-rich continent of Africa is showing signs of significant progress in materials science research and is harnessing a plethora of human and material resources to tackle a wide range of challenges.

    • Benjamin S. Hsiao
    • , Samuel Chigome
    •  & Nelson Torto

  • Editorial |

    Winds of change blow through research centres and universities operating in the Middle East.

  • Interview |

    Jean M. J. Fréchet, vice-president for research at the King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), talked to Nature Materials about the achievements of this institution since its foundation in 2009 and its contribution to shaping research attitudes in Saudi Arabia.

    • Luigi Martiradonna

  • Commentary |

    The Middle East is rich in human and natural resources, but many of its countries need a cultural and scientific transformation to reach worldwide recognition in education, research and economic productivity. Several institutions are making a positive impact, kindling hope for a successful 'science spring'.

    • Ahmed H. Zewail

  • Editorial |

    Mexico is a country rich with natural resources and an educated workforce. Yet its scientific output remains below its potential. In this focus issue we try to highlight some of Mexico's structural problems.

  • Commentary |

    Mexico's economy is doing relatively well, but its science is chronically under-supported and the country's technological dependence is increasing rapidly. Without a strong science and technology base, the nation's future is at risk.

    • Arturo Menchaca-Rocha

  • Interview |

    Sergio Machado Rezende has served for 5 years as the Minister for Science and Technology of Brazil. Nature Materials has asked him about the past and future of science in his country.

    • Fabio Pulizzi

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