Conceptual Trends and Implications for Risk Research. Report of the Task Force Meeting: Risk and Policy Analysis Under Conditions of Uncertainty, November 25-27,1985

Miller, C.T., Kleindorfer, P., & Munn, R.E. (1986). Conceptual Trends and Implications for Risk Research. Report of the Task Force Meeting: Risk and Policy Analysis Under Conditions of Uncertainty, November 25-27,1985. IIASA Collaborative Paper. IIASA, Laxenburg, Austria: CP-86-026

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Abstract

The Task Force focused on the uncertainties in decision systems for choosing or modifying technologies intended to improve human well-being. The challenge was to delineate an international research agenda to assist communities to venture into the future with greater confidence in technological innovation.

The Task Force recommended research in three interrelated areas: (1) Protocols -- Development of procedural advice for the integrated assessment of the contribution of technologies to environmental and economic achievements, and the associated uncertainties. (2) Case Studies -- Integrated assessments involving local or regional clusters of technologies and decision-making bodies, and investigation of ecosystem effects, economic effects, and effects on human well-being, as well as the structure and performance of institutions. (3) Educational Materials -- Development of educational materials to support integrated assessments.

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