RaJade Berry James - Cultural Perceptions of GM Foods
Channel: GES Center
Date: 2020-09-09

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Does Responsible Innovation Really Matter? Examining Cultural Perceptions of Biotechnology In Food Systems
Understanding the GMO food debate is complex. In the public sphere, the use of biotechnology to produce food is fueled by consumer skepticism. The views on food safety are polarizing - citizens and scientists differ. Whether science is used to close the gap between social groups has yet to be determined. Research findings and policy making pathways are almost non-existent for underrepresented groups. Among Blacks, government distrust and mistrust have historical meaning and real implications. Some Blacks remain skeptical of government and are skeptical of genetic engineering, too. Key to responsible innovation is the potential to unlock meaningful pathways into underrepresented communities.

Links & Resources - Berry-James, R. M. (2019, March). Responsible Innovation: Cultural perceptions of biotechnology in food systems. Poster session presented at the 1st NC State University Research Symposium, Raleigh, NC. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/334328143_Responsible_Innovation_Cultural_Perceptions_of_Biotechnology_in_Food_Systems

Guest Speaker
Dr. RaJade M. Berry-James (@jadeberryjames) is an associate professor of public administration in the School of Public and International Affairs (SPIA) at NC State University. Dr. Berry-James' research and teaching focus on social equity, program evaluation, and research methods. Her recent book, Why Research Methods Matter (2018) focuses on evidence-based decision making in the public and nonprofit sectors. Dr. Berry-James is a Fellow of the National Academy of Public Administration, a congressionally chartered non-partisan non-profit.

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