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Exploring public perspectives on synthetic biology and its integration with sex/gender characteristics

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  • Heajin Kim

    (Korea Center for Gendered Innovations for Science and Technology Research)

  • Chae-Won Lee

    (Korea Institute of Radiological & Medical Sciences)

  • Eunmi Choi

    (Korea Center for Gendered Innovations for Science and Technology Research)

  • Heisook Lee

    (Korea Center for Gendered Innovations for Science and Technology Research)

Abstract

Synthetic biology is a versatile technology with applications in the environment, medicine, food, energy, and services. Given its direct and indirect impacts on human health, the environment, and food development, sex/gender-integrated research is essential. However, this study is the first to systematically compare public perceptions of synthetic biology with and without sex/gender integration, addressing a critical gap in research. A survey of 300 Korean adults revealed that respondents, regardless of sex/gender, had some knowledge of synthetic biology and generally viewed it positively. Notably, respondents believed that incorporating sex/gender differences in synthetic biology would have a more positive impact than non-inclusive approaches, reinforcing the importance of inclusivity in biotechnology. These findings emphasize that integrating sex/gender into all aspects of synthetic biology development and industrialization is crucial for its sustainable advancement. The growing global emphasis on sex/gender-inclusive research suggests that synthetic biology, as a key future technology, must adopt inclusive approaches to enhance safety, reliability, and public trust.

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  • Heajin Kim & Chae-Won Lee & Eunmi Choi & Heisook Lee, 2025. "Exploring public perspectives on synthetic biology and its integration with sex/gender characteristics," Palgrave Communications, Palgrave Macmillan, vol. 12(1), pages 1-10, December.
    • Handle: RePEc:pal:palcom:v:12:y:2025:i:1:d:10.1057_s41599-025-04960-3
    DOI: 10.1057/s41599-025-04960-3
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