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Uncertainty and Quality in Science for Policy (Hardcover, 1990 ed.): S. O. Funtowicz, J.R Ravetz Uncertainty and Quality in Science for Policy (Hardcover, 1990 ed.)
S. O. Funtowicz, J.R Ravetz
R4,363 Discovery Miles 43 630 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This book explains the notational system NUSAP (Numeral, Unit, Spread, Assessment, Pedigree) and applies it to several examples from the environmental sciences. The authors are now making further extensions of NUSAP, including an algorithm for the propagation of quality-grades through models used in risk and safety studies. They are also developing the concept of Post-normal Science', in which quality assurance of information requires the participation of extended peer-communities' lying outside the traditional expertise.

Uncertainty and Quality in Science for Policy (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1990): S. O. Funtowicz, J.R... Uncertainty and Quality in Science for Policy (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1990)
S. O. Funtowicz, J.R Ravetz
R4,338 Discovery Miles 43 380 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This book explains the notational system NUSAP (Numeral, Unit, Spread, Assessment, Pedigree) and applies it to several examples from the environmental sciences. The authors are now making further extensions of NUSAP, including an algorithm for the propagation of quality-grades through models used in risk and safety studies. They are also developing the concept of Post-normal Science', in which quality assurance of information requires the participation of extended peer-communities' lying outside the traditional expertise.

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