Plans for research watchdog praised, but it may lack teeth

Article Abstract:

The plans for appointing a new research watchdog for the British biomedical science is appreciated, but at the same time has created controversy for accepting funding from the pharmaceutical industry. Critics fear that the proposed U.K. Panel for Health and Biomedical Research Integrity might lack the grit to police research properly.

Financial management, Science & research, Pharmaceutical preparations, Research, Pharmaceutical industry, Finance, Medical sciences, Company financing

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What is there to fear from something so small?

Article Abstract:

The Mark Welland laboratory at the University of Cambridge, UK, has appointed a social scientist on its staff to determine the possible effects of nanothechnology on human health and the environment. The attitudes of the organization and the claims of the ETC group are mentioned.

University of Cambridge

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What is there to fear from something so small?

Article Abstract:

The Mark Welland laboratory at the University of Cambridge, UK, has appointed a social scientist on its staff to determine the possible effects of nanothechnology on human health and the environment. The attitudes of the organization and the claims of the ETC group are mentioned.

Research and Testing Services, Scientific Research and Development Services, Management dynamics, Executive changes & profiles, R&D Facilities, Management, Officials and employees, Influence, Nanotechnology, Company business management, Laboratories

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