Technological and scientific dependence of the Third World is a state of mental subordination that arises from a sense of inferiority towards science and technology. The feeling of inferiority regarding indigenous science and technology, which is particularly serious among decision makers in general, tends to inhibit scientific and technological initiatives in the south. In addition, the low percentage growth in research funds has left many young Ph.D.'s underutilized. The lack of appreciation of science and consequently the lack of incentives for scientist's result in a lack of general interest among high school graduates to take up science as a profession. All these barriers must be overcome.
Information concerning education in Egypt is taken from official national reports.