The Center for Science Policy and Outcomes (CSPO)

CSPO is a Columbia University Initiative dedicated to understanding and improving the link between scientific research and beneficial societal outcomes.

• Understanding S&T's impact on society - Analogical Case Studies
  • Artificial cells: hybridization of natural and artificial devices
• Tracking R&D - Research Program Mapping
  • Text-mining, bibliometrics, interviews, workshops within the nanotech community
• Tracking society's perceptions of S&T - Communication and Early Warning
  • Media content analysis, social judgment research, public surveys on issues related to nanotech, e.g. artificial zeolites in the environment
• Promoting interaction between S&T and society - Technology Assessment and Choice
  • Citizens' panels, focus groups, scenario workshops focused on nanotech
    Access to and lay participation in nanotech R&D labs