What Can Nanotechnology Learn From Biotechnology? - Social and Ethical Lessons for Nanoscience from the Debate over Agrifood Biotechnology and GMOs (Hardcover)

"What Can Nanotechnology Learn From Biotechnology?" presents diverse perspectives on biotechnology and nanotechnologies. Avoiding extreme perspectives, unwarranted hype and absolute rejection, this book explores the diverse territory of proponents and opponents of challenging but potentially risky technologies. Contributions from recognized experts in their fields represent the perspectives of a diverse range of stakeholders.
This book details the lessons to be learned from the controversy over genetically modified foods, and how those lessons can be applied to developing nanotechnologies, particularly agricultural and other food-related applications. Exploring the environmental, social and ethical impact of nanotechnology in addition to the technical and economical impacts, it an ideal reference for any scientist, engineer, research program administrator, resource allocator, and NGO advocate.
Key Features:
*Addresses the growing concern over the responsibility of science to the impacted population
*Uses real-world experience to outline practical approaches for emerging technologies
*Addresses the concerns of science as well as social science

General

Imprint:	Academic Press Inc
Country of origin:	United States
Series:	Food Science and Technology
Release date:	April 2008
First published:	February 2008
Editors:	Kenneth David • Paul B Thompson
Dimensions:	229 x 152 x 23mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	360
ISBN-13:	978-0-12-373990-2
Categories:	Books > Professional & Technical > Technology: general issues > Nanotechnology Books > Professional & Technical > Biochemical engineering > Biotechnology > General Books > Academic & Education > Professional & Technical > Food Science
LSN:	0-12-373990-X
Barcode:	9780123739902

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