Synthetic Biology
The Wilson Center and Synthetic Biology
Principles for the Oversight of Synthetic Biology: Is the Precautionary Principle Needed?
April 18, 2012 // 12:00pm — 2:00pm
In March 2012, Friends of the Earth, the International Center for Technology Assessment, and ETC Group released a report on “The Principles for the Oversight of Synthetic Biology.”
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The Art of Synthetic Biology Governance: Considering the Concepts of Scientific Uncertainty and Cross-Borderness
March 27, 2012 // 12:00pm — 2:00pm
Governments around the world are considering how to regulate synthetic biology in an effort to maximize the benefits of the emerging technology while minimizing the risks. more
Environmental and Social Issues Arising from Synthetic Biology: Redesigning Life
September 28, 2011 // 12:00pm — 2:00pm
Invited panelists will discuss the science behind synthetic biology, the risks this emerging technology poses to the environment and human health, as well as the socio-economic issues arising from a new “bio-economy” enabled by synthetic biology. more
Synthetic Biology Project Director Discusses DIYBio on Kojo Nnamdi Show
Jul 09, 2011Far from multimillion dollar labs at universities, an enthusiastic movement of amateur scientists is changing the field of biology.
Principles for the Oversight of Synthetic Biology: Is the Precautionary Principle Needed?
April 18, 2012 // 12:00pm — 2:00pm
In March 2012, Friends of the Earth, the International Center for Technology Assessment, and ETC Group released a report on “The Principles for the Oversight of Synthetic Biology.”
The Art of Synthetic Biology Governance: Considering the Concepts of Scientific Uncertainty and Cross-Borderness
March 27, 2012 // 12:00pm — 2:00pm
Governments around the world are considering how to regulate synthetic biology in an effort to maximize the benefits of the emerging technology while minimizing the risks.
Environmental and Social Issues Arising from Synthetic Biology: Redesigning Life
September 28, 2011 // 12:00pm — 2:00pm
Invited panelists will discuss the science behind synthetic biology, the risks this emerging technology poses to the environment and human health, as well as the socio-economic issues arising from a new “bio-economy” enabled by synthetic biology.
