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Nanotech developments in the energy sector

In the energy sector, many developments in nanomaterials and nano-related products are enabling new applications. For instance, insulating materials, nano-powered sensors or queantum dots. The technologies which are under development are expected to transform the energy sector from a fossil-based to a renewable-based sector. Where the most relevant impacts are expected from the application in the … Continued

Nanotech and energy key issues

The aim of the GoNano project is to promote responsiveness in research and innovation on nanotechnologies through societal engagement. In order to highlight the potential applications with significant impact on society and issues relevant to discuss in public debates, stakeholders in R&I were interviewed. The specific issues related to the energy sector can be divided … Continued

Nanotech and health key issues

“The interesting question in the debate about nanotechnology is about trust and acceptance on a societal level. You do not want to get a polarized debate on nanotechnology, between believers and non‐believers. […] within the medical area these types of polarized discussions are less apparent as people have a much higher acceptance when the innovation can actually help them. … Continued

Nanotech and food Key issues

  The Go-Nano project consists out of a series of workshops which will identify and apply public values in the development process of nanotechnologies. In order to get a grasp on which societal issues might arise during the workshops, stakeholders with different roles in the Research and Innovation value chain were interviewed. Two main topics … Continued

Nanotech developments in the food sector

The number of applications exploiting nanotech developments in the food sector is limited. However, the products that could be available on the market in the medium or long term, will potentially have relevant impacts on society. These include:  Smart packaging to improve food quality and safety, also to prolong shelf-life of fresh and processed products. … Continued

EU Projects about citizens and stakeholders engagement

In order to foster responsible research and innovation in the nano research and innovation (R&I) system, innovative processes are required in order to improve the responsiveness of research and innovation processes to public values and concerns, and to enhance the confidence of stakeholders that new technologies respond to societal needs and values. The early and … Continued

DOBRÉ PRAXE SPOLEČNÉ TVORBY

V minulých několika měsících jsme hledali dosavadní dobré praxe v procesech, do kterých je aktivně zahrnuto široké spektrum aktérů a kterými bychom se mohli v tomto projektu inspirovat. Našli jsme několik zvláště zajímavých projektů. S jejich (níže zmíněnými) představiteli jsme pak natočili krátká videa, ve kterých své projekty a jejich hlavní výsledky představují. – Frank … Continued