When involving the public in discussions about new developments in science and technology, there are important differences between nanotechnology and other areas that need to be taken into account, as Chris Toumey explains.
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Toumey, C. Rules of engagement. Nature Nanotech 2, 386–387 (2007). https://doi.org/10.1038/nnano.2007.204
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