Situating the social sciences in responsible innovation in the global south: the case of gene drive mosquitoes

Ledingham, Katie; Opesen, Chris; Hartley, Sarah; Neema, Stella

doi:10.1080/23299460.2023.2264100

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“…However, the healthy and vibrant communication ecosystem, where gene drive was taught in schools and discussed throughout society, led by key community members, envisaged by our participants may still be possible. Ledingham et al (2023) have highlighted the need for independently funded social sciences for this vision to happen ( Ledingham et al, 2023 ). But, barriers exist, including weak information infrastructures, potential public opposition, political controversies surrounding GMOs, and conflicts of interest, yet the decision of the elites not to talk about gene drive in the current political context may present the biggest barrier.…”

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Talking About Gene Drive in Uganda: The Need for Science Communication to Underpin Engagement

Hartley,

Stelmach,

Opesen

et al. 2024

Science Communication

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Uganda may host the world’s first field trials of gene drive mosquitoes for malaria control. Global North discourses pre-suppose African publics have access to information about gene drive and are ready to make decisions about its governance. We explore assumptions about the availability of this information in Uganda. We find a paucity of information available combined with a strong desire for information from lay publics. We discuss these findings in the context of Ugandan information infrastructures and political sensitivities to genetic technologies. If Ugandans are to decide about gene drive, they need independent information about the science to underpin engagement.

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confidence: 99%