Talking Technology – new Facebook page
Got stuff on your mind that concerns emerging technologies, stuff you need to talk to someone about?
Talking Technology is a new Facebook site that can let you have your say, by posting a topic or question of interest, or joining an existing discussion.
What it ain’t
Mention the word technology and most people I talk to immediately think IT, or anything in a Dick Smith or JB Hi Fi store, that is gadgets and widgets.
Talking Technology is not about the latest iPod or computer software, but stuff such as GM foods, human enhancement, stem cells, environmental bioremediation, nanotechnologies and, and….all that. Computing technology might get a look in if someone suddenly develops a quantum computer with the ability to store, mine and synthesize every conversation, movement and social contact we have in our lifetime; and analyse and call up every known medical record and undesirable fact about us including our genetic profile that will reveal our secret susceptibilities such as a tendency to hate Collingwood and our addiction to drugs and chocolate (or is chocolate classed as a drug?). As you can see, it is not simply about the technologies, it includes their associated issues both of which underpin the operation of our now global society.
161 Fans already
Spread the word. The more people involved, the healthier the dialogue. We would like to think this site will play a role in helping inform public debate and encourage greater community engagement in the science. There is the capacity to link videos and podcasts and pics as well. It is early days yet we already have 161 fans and a number of discussions happening including a couple on GM foods and one on carbon nanotubes and bioremediation of the environment.
Creative genius – not
I can’t lay claim to the development of the site. A much more creative colleague of ours (Suzanne Morris) did this for us and it has turned up a treat, I reckon.
Spammers beware
Remember as one of the administrators I will be ruthless in culling anything that is a personal attack or simply some sod trying to flog us a product of dubious origin and quality.