A Q methodology study on divergent perspectives on CRISPR-Cas9 in the Netherlands.

ABSTRACT:

Background

CRISPR-Cas9, a technology enabling modification of the human genome, is developing rapidly. There have been calls for public debate to discuss its ethics, societal implications, and governance. So far, however, little is known about public attitudes on CRISPR-Cas9. This study contributes to a better understanding of public perspectives by exploring the various holistic perspectives Dutch citizens have on CRISPR-Cas9.

Methods

This study used Q methodology to identify different perspectives of Dutch citizens (N = 30) on the use of CRISPR-Cas9. The Q-sort method aims at segmenting audiences based on the structural characteristics of their perspectives. Participants individually ranked 32 statements about CRISPR-Cas9 and discussed their rankings in small groups. By-pe

SUBMITTER: Schuijff M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8074506 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature