Technology foresight - more than fashion?

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Issues are presented concerning the growth in technology foresight in industrialized countries. Seven paradoxes of foresight, the theoretical basis of decision making and technology foresight methodology are discussed.

Industrialized countries, Industrial nations

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Understanding technology foresight: the relevance of its S&T policy context

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Research is presented concerning the different forms of technology foresight which are being used by governments in Europe. The application of technology foresight in Spain and its use as a policy making tool are discussed.

Spain, Science and state, Science policy

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Incentives in technology foresight

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Research is presented concerning the advantages of technology foresight as a tool for constructive and open discussion by stakeholders into opportunities created by industrial innovations. The use of incentives by the Finnish Food and Drink Industries' Federation is discussed.

Decision-making, Decision making, Systems analysis, Finnish Food and Drink Industries' Federation

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