Public engagement on genetically modified organisms : when science and citizens connect : workshop summary
by
 
National Research Council (U.S.). Roundtable on Public Interfaces of the Life Sciences, issuing body

Title
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Public engagement on genetically modified organisms : when science and citizens connect : workshop summary

Author
: 
National Research Council (U.S.). Roundtable on Public Interfaces of the Life Sciences, issuing body

ISBN
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9780309374217

Corporate Author
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National Research Council (U.S.). Roundtable on Public Interfaces of the Life Sciences, issuing body

Physical Description
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1 online resource (xii, 47 pages) : color illustrations

Contents
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How people think (about genetically modified organisms) -- The science information climate -- Cultural and political contexts -- How should scientists engage in dialogues about GMOs?

Abstract
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"In a world where science is interpreted through a variety of lenses - including cultural values and political dispositions - how can scientists engage with members of the public to empower decision-making and participation in public policy?"

Subject Term
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Transgenic organisms -- Congresses
 
Genetically modified foods -- Congresses

Added Author
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Sawyer, Keegan,
 
Rhodes, Holly,

Added Corporate Author
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National Research Council (U.S.). Board on Life Sciences,
 
National Research Council (U.S.). Board on Science Education,
 
National Research Council (U.S.). Division on Earth and Life Studies,
 
National Research Council (U.S.). Division of Behavioral and Social Sciences and Education,

Electronic Access
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An electronic book accessible through the World Wide Web; click for information
 
National Academies Press http://www.nap.edu/openbook.php?record_id=21750


LibraryMaterial TypeItem BarcodeShelf NumberStatus
IYTE LibraryE-Book2027618-1001QH442.6 .R46 2015 EBOnline ACS