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2016 | OriginalPaper | Chapter

Science and Technology Forecasting

Authors : David Rejeski, Eleonore Pauwels, Joyce Koo

Published in: Handbook of Science and Technology Convergence

Publisher: Springer International Publishing

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Abstract

Forecasting through futurism has historically been characterized by a lack of both focus and accuracy. Reflexive governance may be capable of addressing the limitations that often cause forecasting failures. Now may be the critical time for implementation of a policy that effectively and adequately addresses cutting-edge scientific issues in a complex world.

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Metadata
Title
Science and Technology Forecasting
Authors
David Rejeski
Eleonore Pauwels
Joyce Koo
Copyright Year
2016
Book
Handbook of Science and Technology Convergence

Print ISBN: 978-3-319-07051-3

Electronic ISBN: 978-3-319-07052-0

Copyright Year: 2016

DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-07052-0_13

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