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Sifelani Tsiko Senior Writer
The scientific research community must take practical steps to simplify biotechnology to draw increased interests and increase interaction with legislators, a Cabinet minister has said. Higher and Tertiary Education, Science and Technology Development Minister Dr Olivia Muchena told legislators at a one-day workshop on biotechnology awareness in Harare on Friday that there was need to simplify science knowledge.
“There is a whole difference between trying to convince people politically and scientifically,” she said. “The benefits of biotechnology can be used by society only when presented in a language understood by many. Scientists must communicate research results in local languages.
“If we fail to communicate our research result in our own local languages then something is not right.”
The National Biotechnology Authority organised the workshop to sensitise lawmakers on biotechnology as a vehicle for socio-economic development.
Dr Muchena said developed countries placed a high premium on the study of science and technology.
“We should consider translations of scientific terms and results into local languages to promote the understanding of science among our people,” she said.
“Simplifying science can enhance public interaction.”
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