Jimenez Jorge, Gamble-George Joyonna, Danies Giovanna, Hamm Ronda L, Porras Ana Maria
Department of Bioengineering, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA.
Behavioral Science Training in Drug Abuse Research, New York University Rory Meyers College of Nursing, New York, New York, USA.
GEN Biotechnol. 2022 Aug;1(4):346-354. doi: 10.1089/genbio.2022.0024. Epub 2022 Aug 18.
Biotechnology offers vast benefits to the environment, animals, and human health, and contributes to improving socioeconomic conditions for the public. However, biotechnology innovations continue to trigger public concern and opposition over their potential social, health, and ecological risks. There is an opportunity to increase knowledge and acceptance of biotechnology through engagement, education, and community participation. In this perspective, we highlight crucial factors that shape the public perception of biotechnology and present opportunities for scientists to effectively communicate their ideas while engaging with local and global communities. Initiatives that seek to involve communities in design, development, and adoption processes are crucial for the successful implementation of biotechnology-based solutions.
生物技术为环境、动物和人类健康带来了巨大益处，并有助于改善公众的社会经济状况。然而，生物技术创新仍因其潜在的社会、健康和生态风险引发公众的关注和反对。通过参与、教育和社区参与，有机会增加对生物技术的了解和接受度。从这个角度来看，我们强调塑造公众对生物技术认知的关键因素，并为科学家在与地方和全球社区互动时有效传达其想法提供机会。旨在让社区参与设计、开发和采用过程的举措对于成功实施基于生物技术的解决方案至关重要。
