Missed the debate? - see what the audience thought

The Edinburgh International Science Festival, Synthetic Biology debate proved both interesting and lively thanks to a leading panel of academics and experts and a bright, informed and opinionated audience.

Reasoned discussions took place on the economics, ethics and regulation, all of which were based on well argued science.

An interactive element brought a heightened level of audience participation when the 100+ audience answered questions at various stages of the debate, keeping the audience directly involved and providing instant feedback.

See the questions and the results below -

Keypad Questions - Science Festival VOTING-Results.ppt

Quentin Cooper, BBC Radio 4 Science Presenter, was a fantastic Chairperson, providing both wit and boundless enthusiasm. Listen to Quentin's report from the Edinburgh International Science Festival and his interview with the panellists on BBC Radio 4 on 15th April (16:30) and repeated again on 19th April (21:00).

In addition, the debate podcast is coming soon - watch this space!