Linking Terminology in order to understand biosafety

This paper aims to outline some terms within the scope of a new area of knowledge called 'Biosafety'. It also intends to point out that these terms relate to several chains of thought among various fields of knowledge. This can lead to barriers in public understanding and implementation of...

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Published in:Physis (Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) Brazil), 2012-01, Vol.22 (1), p.239-252
Main Authors: Salgueiro Mello, Jacira, Pereira da Silva, Marizete, Abdalla de Oliveira Cardoso, Telma
Format: Article
Language:Portuguese
Subjects:
Communication
Community Research
Constraints
Knowledge
Scientific Community
Terminology
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Summary:This paper aims to outline some terms within the scope of a new area of knowledge called 'Biosafety'. It also intends to point out that these terms relate to several chains of thought among various fields of knowledge. This can lead to barriers in public understanding and implementation of research and communication ability in the scientific community. Research on use of terminology which is being applied in the construction of this field represents a growing concern. Adapted from the source document.
ISSN:0103-7331
DOI:10.1590/S0103-73312012000100013