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Edith Anne MacDonald¹, Mary Beth Neff^1,2, Eric Edwards¹

¹Department of Conservation, Biodiversity Group, Wellington, New Zealand.

Journal of the Royal Society of New Zealand

|October 23, 2024

Summary

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Public engagement is crucial for developing new genetic tools to protect biodiversity. New Zealand focus groups revealed public concerns about environmental, practical, and ethical risks, emphasizing the need for transparency and multi-sector oversight in technology evaluation.

Keywords:

CRISPR Collingridge dilemma gene drive invasive species public engagement responsible innovation synthetic biology

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Area of Science:

Biodiversity conservation
Genetic technologies
Public engagement in science

Background:

Declining biodiversity necessitates innovative solutions.
Emerging genetic tools offer potential for conservation.
Public opinion is vital for the responsible development of new technologies.

Purpose of the Study:

To explore public perceptions of novel genetic pest control technologies in New Zealand.
To understand societal concerns regarding risks, benefits, and comparisons with existing methods.
To identify public preferences for the composition and considerations of oversight panels.

Main Methods:

Eleven focus groups were conducted with diverse participants.
Content analysis was used to analyze qualitative data on risks and benefits.
Key themes explored included environmental, practical, and ethical considerations.

Main Results:

Participants identified environmental, practical, and ethical factors as key social concerns.
Most participants acknowledged limited knowledge for comparing technologies.
There was a unanimous call for accessible information throughout development and multi-sector panel oversight.

Conclusions:

Public engagement is essential for the ethical development and implementation of genetic tools for biodiversity.
Transparency and collaborative oversight involving scientists, policymakers, and the public are critical.
Future strategies must align scientific advancement with societal values and understanding.