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- 1984-1987 (Creation)
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Correspondence file relating to the Gemini News Service and International Development Research Centre, Canada, science features programme, 1984-1987. Includes correspondence between Gemini's assistant editor, Kelly McParland and associate editor, Daniel Nelson, the IDRC and participating Gemini science correspondents concerning the foundation and progress of the project, including budgets; applications from journalists to participate in the project; pay; editorial style; suggestions for articles and comments on articles.
Also contains lists of recommended science correspondents and a list of science articles produced as a result of the project.
Administrative/Biographical history: In 1984, Gemini News Service introduced a three year science features project, with the aim of expanding the coverage of science related news and establishing and training a network of science writers in developing countries. The project was supported by the International Development Research Centre in Canada. To increase the flow of science related news Gemini paid increased rates for science related articles and provided editorial feedback and training via correspondence to 35 science correspondents in developing countries.
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- Gemini News Service (1967-2002); news agency (Subject)
- McParland; Kelly; journalist (Subject)
- Nelson; Daniel; journalist (Subject)
- International Development Research Centre (1970-); research organisation (Subject)