Public more tolerant of optional risks than forced risks
Whether a technology appears to be a personal choice or appears to be ‘forced upon us’ is also an indicator of acceptance of risk; eg risks and benefits of mobile phones vs GM technologies.
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Emerging Technology Governance Project »Emerging Technology Governance Project
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Emerging technology governance issues? »Emerging technology governance issues?
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Dimensions of an ETG Framework? »Dimensions of an ETG Framework?
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Risk and uncertainty? »Risk and uncertainty?
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Public understanding of risk? »Public understanding of risk?
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Public more tolerant of optional risks than forced risks
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