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This volume presents the proceedings of an interdisciplinary workshop at Technical University Braunschweig. Focusing on biotechnology, experts from biology, biotechnology, ethics, philosophy, theology, education, and social sciences investigated how metaphors shape scientific language. They examined conceptual, absolute, and hidden metaphors (e.g., “genetic scissors,” “genetic code,” “antibody,” and “life”) in molecular biology and biotechnology, exploring their roles in describing phenomena, guiding research, and influencing public perceptions.

Through presentations, discussions, and collaborative writing, participants investigated how metaphors generate and transform knowledge, affect views of life and therapy, and inspire innovation. This volume synthesizes key findings, analyses, and writing conversations in both German and English, integrating systematic metaphor analysis with ethical, philosophical, and pedagogical perspectives on the significance of metaphors in biotechnology research and dissemination. Special attention was paid to metaphors’ role in public communication, potentially determining acceptance or rejection of biotechnological advances.

Ultimately, the workshop underscored how metaphors influence scientific progress in multiple ways and therefore require critical reflection.

Media Books     Hardcover Book   (Book with hard spine and cover)
Released December 15, 2025
ISBN13 9783119145121
Publishers De Gruyter
Pages 206
Dimensions 150 × 220 × 20 mm   ·   485 g
Language German  
Editor Dubel, Stefan
Editor Heuser, Stefan

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