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Nanobiotechnology: Responsible Action on Issues in Society and Ethics

Nanobiotechnology: Responsible Action on Issues in Society and Ethics
 

Delft University of Technology

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Founded in 1842, Delft University of Technology is the oldest, largest, and most comprehensive technical university in the Netherlands. With over 13,000 students and 2,100 scientists (including 200 professors), it is an establishment of both national importance and significant international standing. Renowned for its high standard of education and research, TU Delft collaborates with other educational establishments and research institutes, both within and outside of the Netherlands. It also enjoys partnerships with governments, trade organizations, numerous consultancies, industry and small and medium sized enterprises.

Today, social issues are becoming progressively complex - they require a multidisciplinary approach. TU Delft uses its expert knowledge to solve these problems. In fact, society is our most important contractor. TU Delft aims at being its interactive partner, committed to answering its multifaceted demands and initiating changes to benefit people in the future.

The Department of Nanosciences

The Kavli Institute of Nanoscience consists of six research groups and a nanofacility cleanroom, all aimed at innovative research at the current frontier of science on a nano-scale.

Working Group on Biotechnology and Society

The Working Group on Biotechnology and Society is an interdisciplinary research group set up to coordinate the social research and societal activities of the Department of Biotechnology. It's research focuses on 4 subjects: public perceptions, sustainability, communication and innovation.

Homepage: www.tudelft.nl

Country: The Netherlands