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Knowledge Geographies and Scientific Inequalities: Rethinking Research and Capacity Building in the Global SouthResearch should not remain confined to academic walls. This book empowers you to design and conduct community-engaged research that creates real impact-blending theory with practice, and building partnerships that foster trust, equity, and lasting change. Objectives: Knowledge Geographies and Scientific Inequalities: Rethinking Research and Capacity Building in the Global South aims to uncover the persistent inequalities in global knowledge production and provide practical strategies for strengthening research capacities in the Global South. It bridges theory, policy, and practice to inspire more inclusive, equitable, and impactful scholarship. What's Inside: A critical exploration of knowledge geographies and historical roots of scientific inequalities. Analysis of publishing barriers, citation gaps, and underrepresentation in global academic networks. In-depth discussions of funding disparities, infrastructure challenges, and the digital divide. Practical approaches to building universities, mentoring researchers, and fostering South-South collaborations. Policy recommendations for democratizing knowledge and advancing open science. What You'll Learn: How structural inequalities shape global research and scientific recognition. Strategies to strengthen local research ecosystems and institutions in the Global South. Ways to design inclusive, equitable, and community-driven research practices. Tools to rethink development research from decolonial and justice-oriented perspectives. Perfect For: Graduate students and early-career researchers. Academics, educators, and policymakers. Research institutions, NGOs, and development agencies. Anyone committed to creating fairer knowledge systems. Includes: 5 Parts, each with 3 focused chapters. Case studies and real-world examples. Frameworks, strategies, and policy recommendations. practical guidance for implementation. Level: Intermediate to advanced - designed for academics, practitioners, and policymakers with a focus on research, development, and education. Call-to-Action: If you believe knowledge should be inclusive and transformative, this book is your essential guide to rethinking research in the Global South. Start building equitable and impactful scholarship today.

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