The STDev is designed as a gateway to information on science and technology within the United Nations system.

It seeks to:

• Provide access to information on activities in the area of science and technology for development (policies, programmes, projects, networking and partnership opportunities, publications available on-line, etc.) within the United Nations system, other multilateral and bilateral development institutions, NGOs, etc.
  
  
• Build awareness of scientific and technological developments that are of particular importance for fostering economic and social development in member States.
  
  
• Provide information on international science and technology-related treaties and protocols, as well as on other international initiatives andforthcoming major events and summits.
  
  
• Identify and disseminate information on best practices in the development assessment, transfer, adaptation and diffusion of technology.

STDev is an initiative of the Commission on Science and Technology for Development (CSTD).

It is developed and maintained by the Division for Technology and Logistics, United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD).

• STDev Website
  
  
• Commission on Science & Technology for Development
  (Regular Sessions)
  
  
• Commission on Science & Technology for Development
  (Inter-sessional Panels)