Can Science Make Poverty History?

The UK's presidency of the G8 in 2005 is being touted as an opportunity to address the UN's goal of halving extreme poverty by 2015.

The needs and aspirations of the developing world are many and complex. Can science and technology fulfil these needs? If so, how? If not, why not? What is the best way to halt the spread of HIV? How can isolated communities be supplied with clean, reliable power? Do low-tech programmes offer a more sustainable solution than large-scale interventions? What do people in developing countries actually want from science and technology?

Come and hear an expert panel debate the role of science and technology in international development, vote for the technology you think will have the biggest impact and have your say on the best way forward for a fairer future.

Find out more about the campaign to make poverty history at www.makepovertyhistory.org.