Sci Eng Ethics. 2011 Dec;17(4):639-48. doi: 10.1007/s11948-011-9296-9. Epub 2011 Jul 23.
Science and engineering ethics
Rinie van Est
PMID: 21785999 PMCID: PMC3242943 DOI: 10.1007/s11948-011-9296-9
Timely public engagement in science presents a broad challenge. It includes more than research into the ethical, legal and social dimensions of science and state-initiated citizen's participation. Introducing a public perspective on science while safeguarding its public value involves a diverse set of actors: natural scientists and engineers, technology assessment institutes, policy makers, social scientists, citizens, interest organisations, artists, and last, but not least, politicians.