Colloque de l'Union rationaliste on February 9 and 10 2007 : " Débats scientifiques et choix de la société "

Science and technology are under debate in society. The symposium aims to identify the conditions for rational and constructive debate between scientists, politicians, economic players and ordinary citizens. It aims to better define the role expected of scientific communities in democratic debate. The symposium will review the experience of some emblematic debates and the methods explored to synthesize scientific knowledge and uncertainties, questions and proposals from society. With this in mind, it will analyze the role of scientists and the role of the media with regard to public opinion.

Presentations will be followed by discussions. The symposium is open to all, subject to availability.

Advance registration with the Union Rationaliste is recommended, but registration is possible on site.
The proceedings of the symposium will be published by the journal Raison Présente
the issue of Raison Présente containing the Colloquium proceedings, at the reduced price of 13 €, postage paid.

Registration and orders for Raison Présente can be placed directly on the  website: http: //www.union-rationaliste.org