The author of this content analytic study examines news narratives about nano science and technology (nano S&T) in major U.S. and non-U.S. newspapers by taking a random sample of 350 articles published from 1988 through mid-July 2004 from a universe of 1,330 articles. In addition to identifying dominant frames or content themes, the author evaluates whether there is a dominant tone or sentiment regarding the ethical, legal, and societal implications of developments and issues in nano S&T. Scientific discoveries or projects and the social effects of nano S&T are the dominant frames. The ratio of articles leaning toward the sentiment that benefits outweigh risks versus that risks outweigh benefits is three to one. © 2005 Sage Publications.
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Stephens, L. F. (2005). News narratives about nano S&T in major U.S. and non-U.S. newspapers. In Science Communication (Vol. 27, pp. 175–199). https://doi.org/10.1177/1075547005281520
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