title: Biotechnology and society: we scientists have responsibilities too.
abstract: When a new technology is introduced, scientists can help improve public understanding and acceptance. In the case of biotechnology, scientists should communicate more effectively: to provide accurate scientific data to facilitate policy analysis; to clarify issues in active political debate; to explain science to the lay public to dispel general ignorance and enable rational choice; to assist the media in producing more thoughtful journalism; to share expertise to allow beneficial applications in developing countries; and to advance scientific discovery.
authors.affiliation: Center for Food and Nutrition Policy, Georgetown University School of Medicine, Washington, DC 20007, USA.
authors.forename: G E
authors.initials: GE
authors.lastname: Gaull
authors.forename: R W
authors.initials: RW
authors.lastname: Woo
mesh_terms: D001709:Biotechnology; D006801:Humans; D012586:Science