Genome Canada projects looking at pig and cattle genomics focus not only on DNA, but also public perceptions around such science. And though that may seem strange to some of us at first glance, it’s a vital research goal.
You only need to look at the European public’s response to transgenic crop research to understand how important it is to get citizens on science’s side. A Discovery Magazine article published on Wednesday highlights this all too well (read it here www.discovermagazine.com/2013/april/16-seeds-of-conflict#.UUNnj1fxfvk)