Edited by
Kenneth David, Michigan State University
Paul Thompson, Michigan State University
Description
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.
Included in series
Food Science and Technology
Audience:
Researchers, scientists and engineers working in food sciences, but also sciences generally who will appreciate not only the contribution
of the information to the field in general, but also as an application of results that have been building in science studies over the
past 20 years.
The second audience is those scientists who have begun to call for studies on the social, ethical
and regulatory questions posed by their sciences. Research administrators and public servants working in regulatory or civil society
organizations will find this book valuable as they consider this rapidly evolving technological environment.
