Issues and strategies for the modernization of biotechnology ethical governance in China
The ethical governance of science and technology is a crucial subject currently and will continue to be in the future.It presents an unprecedented opportunity to explore the origins,examine the trends,and promote the modernization of biotechnology's ethical governance in China.This paper attempts to review,re-examine,and reanalyze various theoretical issues through the lens of both practical applications and theoretical analyses of biotechnology ethics and biosecurity.For a comprehensive understanding,we must revisit the theoretical roots of ethics and the ethical norms of science and technology.This paper explores the root causes of the conflict and integration of ethical values and scientific and technological innovation values.It does this by examining historical cycles and proposes that the ethical governance of science and technology is a clear reflection of the integration of these value propositions.The ethical dilemmas of science and technology represent only the surface level;the deeper issues lie in breaking down the barrier between the two systems of science,technology,and ethics.The key to promoting the ethical governance of biotechnology is to accurately grasp the basic ways and mechanisms through which scientific and technological activities affect the ethical field.Constructing an ethics system for biotechnology that resonates with Chinese characteristics requires a deep understanding of the basic national conditions in the field of biotechnology ethics in China.It involves delving into the core of biotechnology innovation,not merely its periphery.Scientists,government authorities,and policymakers of science and technology ethics should immerse themselves in the front line of biotechnology innovation and the frontier practices of science and technology ethics issues to refine theories.Participating in the global ethical governance of biotechnology means serving China's strategic goal of"achieving high-level scientific and technological self-reliance".Acceleration of the systematization of ethical governance of biotechnology in China is both imperative and of considerable importance.First,it is urgent to achieve a future revolution in biotechnology and enhance the sense of responsibility and urgency as well as the strategic opportunities of ethical governance of biotechnology.Second,embracing the general trend of interdisciplinary integration is important to promote the integration of science,technology,and ethics.Finally,it is critical to popularize biotechnology ethics in China to raise public awareness.