Biotechnology is probably as old as civilization itself. Special methods of food preparation, such as developing drinks from fermenting wheat or fruit, or making cheese, were known in prehistoric times. In recent decades, this old science has seen dramatic new developments. With the recent...

This study analyzes the interrelationship between local benefits and global environment benefits in the Global Environment Facility (GEF) strategies and projects in order to: Enhance GEF policies, strategies, and project design and implementation so these can effectively promote the potential...

"This evaluation seeks to help the IMF enhance its effectiveness by identifying major recurring issues from the IEO's first 20 evaluations and assessing where they stand. These issues have affected the IMF's performance in all of its core areas of responsibility: surveillance, lending, and...