@book{fdi:010093057, title = {{F}ocus on the {G}lobal {S}outh : research for a sustainable world}, author = {{S}abri{\'e}, {M}arie-{L}ise and {B}omboy, {A}. and {D}upuy {M}aury, {F}. and {P}ortal-{C}abanel, {J}. and {H}utton, {H}. and {V}erdier, {V}al{\'e}rie and {M}bembe, {A}.}, editor = {{S}abri{\'e}, {M}arie-{L}ise}, language = {{ENG}}, abstract = {{H}ow does research contribute to sustainable development in the {G}lobal {S}outh ? {T}his book highlights 80 major scientific breakthroughs in response to the many challenges facing the countries of the {M}editerranean and tropical regions in these times of globalisation. {I}llustrated with magnificent photos taken on every continent by {IRD} researchers and photographers from all over the world, it offers a fascinating journey to the heart of the major issues facing the world today, such as the fight against climate change, preventing pandemics, anticipating risks, preserving biodiversity and the fight against inequality and for greater social justice. {T}hroughout the book, scientists and development stakeholders share their views on the vital role interdisciplinary research plays in building a desirable future together. {T}his book is intended for a wide readership, and was published to mark the {IRD}'s 80th anniversary. {I}t illustrates the commitment of science in both the {G}lobal {N}orth and {G}lobal {S}outh on all fronts of sustainable development.}, keywords = {{MONDE}}, address = {{M}arseille}, publisher = {{IRD}}, series = {{B}eaux-{L}ivres}, pages = {191}, year = {2025}, ISBN = {978-2-7099-3060-4 }, URL = {https://www.documentation.ird.fr/hor/fdi:010093057}, }