An Open Source Approach to Medical Research
An interview with Stephen Friend about using using open source to encourage collaboration and share health information.
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Mobile Measurement: Lowering Costs and Engaging Beneficiaries
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Big Data for Social Innovation
Nonprofits lag behind business and science in using big data effectively.