These contributions address two key problems: (i) natural, technological and environmental risks, risk prevention and sustainable development, and (ii) science, risk and society. The papers provide an invaluable insight, and archival record of the relationship between risk, science, and society in a world that has become more turbulent since the tragic events of 11 September 2001. This book presents papers from scientists, policy makers, and practitioners on the topics of risk, sustainability, science, and society and is of value for natural and social scientists, teachers, students, economists, and politicians. It is also useful for authorities responsible for public safety, risk management, and risk mitigation plans, and for insurance companies.

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This book presents the thoughts and testimonies of mathematicians, teachers and economists, jurists, sociologists and anthropologists, biologists and physicians, from both North and South. It shows that scientific research and the defence of human rights share common values (aspiration to universality, regard for precision and transparency, critical spirit) and that they are enterprises called to join forces and throw light on each other, for better against worse.

Cet ouvrage rassemble les réflexions et témoignages de mathématiciens, d'enseignants et d'économistes, de juristes, sociologues et anthropologues, de biologistes et de médecins, du Nord comme du Sud. Il démontre que la recherche scientifique et la défense des droits de l'Homme partagent des valeurs communes (aspiration à l'universalité, souci de rigueur et de transparence, esprit critique) et sont des entreprises qui ont vocation à s'allier et s'éclairer, pour le meilleur et contre le pire.