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International Conference on Biotechnology in the Global Economy
Science and the Precautionary Principle
September 22 - 23, 2000
Harvard University, Boston

The aim of the conference is to explore the policy and practical implications of the use of the precautionary principle in the field of biotechnology. The conference will cover: (a) theoretical, historical and cultural aspects of the principle; (b) previous applications in international environmental and trade law (c) the implications of various definitions for the principle's use in international discussions and negotiations; and (d) social, economic and political implications of the principle in developed and developing countries. The conference is part of a series of events aimed at exploring key policy issues related to biotechnology and globalization.

For more information:

Contact:	Dr. Derya Honca
E-mail:	derya_honca@ksg.harvard.edu
Fax:	617 496-8753
Website:	http://www.cid.harvard.edu/cidbiotech/bioconfpp/

Organized by: Harvard University's Center for International Development (CID) and
Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs (BCSIA)

09/22/00 - International Conference on Biotechnology in the Global Economy - Harvard University, Boston

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