The Institute for Technology Assessment and Systems Analysis (ITAS) investigates scientific and technological developments with a focus on their impacts and possible systemic and unintended effects. It produces analytical knowledge and assessments of socio-technical developments in order to provide policy and design options for decision-makers. The research covers ethical, ecological, economic, social, political-institutional, and cultural questions. Major goals are advice for research and technology policy, provision of knowledge for the design of socio-technical systems, and the organization and observation of discursive processes on open and controversial questions of technology policy.
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TAB in the foyer - an eye on future technologies
The TAB event on 25.09.2019 in the Paul-Löbe-Haus provided an opportunity for numerous members of the Bundestag and their staff to get into conversation.
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The futures of 3D printing
A team of researchers at ITAS is part of the Cluster of Excellence 3D Matter Made to Order. With a view towards visions of the future, the team assesses the societal implications of 3D printing technologies and engages in dialogue with society.
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Armin Grunwald appointed by International Science Council
The Governing Board of the International Science Council (ISC) nominated the head of ITAS as member of its Committee for Science Planning. The recently constituted body addresses major issues concerned with science-for-policy and policy-for-science.
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Climate neutral truck traffic?
The new TAB-Arbeitsbericht Nr. 181 focuses on the potential of algae-based fuels for truck traffic. However, other fuels and their respective propulsion systems are also addressed.
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How health apps are used and evaluated
The TAB-Sensor Nr. 2 illustrates the results of a nationwide representative survey on the benefits of health apps and on possible fields of action from the point of view of the population.
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