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[Antiscientific attitudes in open society]
1Universidad del País Vasco, Leioa, España.
Revista De Derecho Y Genoma Humano = Law and the Human Genome Review
|October 29, 2009
Summary
Antiscientific attitudes, fueled by postmodern thought, are undermining democratic societies. This is exemplified by regulations lacking scientific basis, particularly concerning transgenic organisms.
Area of Science:
- Biotechnology
- Sociology of Science
Context:
- The rise of antiscientific attitudes in contemporary society.
- The use and experimentation with transgenic seeds and organisms as a focal point for social controversy.
Purpose:
- To analyze the link between social controversy surrounding transgenic organisms and the rise of antiscientific attitudes.
- To explore how these attitudes, supported by postmodern thought, threaten democratic foundations.
Summary:
- Social controversies regarding transgenic organisms illustrate the growth of antiscientific sentiment.
- This phenomenon mirrors a reversal of the Enlightenment's principles, potentially eroding democratic societies.
- The impact is evident in scientifically unfounded regulations.
Impact:
- Undermining of open and democratic societies.
- Erosion of evidence-based policymaking.
- Increased societal distrust in scientific advancements.
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