Social science in a stem cell laboratory: what happened when social and life sciences met

Stacey, Glyn and Stephens, Neil James 2012. Social science in a stem cell laboratory: what happened when social and life sciences met. Regenerative Medicine 7 (1) , pp. 117-126. 10.2217/rme.11.107

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Abstract

We describe the experience of conducting intensive social science research at the UK Stem Cell Bank from the viewpoint of both the person conducting the social science research and the Director of the Bank. We detail the initial misunderstandings and concerns held by both and the problems these caused. Then we describe how the relationship developed as the project progressed and shared benefits became apparent. Finally, while acknowledging potential areas of tension between the life and social sciences, we suggest further interaction between the disciplines would prove beneficial for both and speculate as to how this may be achieved. In the discussion we identify a set of learning points from our experience and definitions of social science terminology that may help to inform future engagements between life and social scientists.

Item Type:	Article
Date Type:	Publication
Status:	Published
Schools:	Centre for Economic and Social Aspects of Genomics (CESAGen) Social Sciences (Includes Criminology and Education)
Subjects:	H Social Sciences > H Social Sciences (General) Q Science > QH Natural history > QH301 Biology Q Science > QH Natural history > QH426 Genetics
Publisher:	Future Medicine
ISSN:	1746-0751
Funders:	ESRC
Last Modified:	23 Mar 2017 04:45
URI:	https://orca.cardiff.ac.uk/id/eprint/56631

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