Abstract The paper reconstructs the governance of genomics by sketching the main features, modes of operation and tactics of the emerging genomics apparatus. Genomic governance in the 20th century is characterized by the simultaneous operation of a process of the stabilization of knowledge regimes, in particular via patenting. Furthermore, we observe a heterogenization and globalization of the actors and knowledge creating systems in genomics governance. A variety of different mechanisms and strategies of governance are mobilized simultaneously. The transition of governing via risk to governance by uncertainty is another important feature of contemporary genomics governance. The implications of these trends for the regulation of genomics are considerable and might lead to the emergence of new patterns and spaces of conflict and controversy. The governance of genomics in the 21st century could become a more complex challenge than currently anticipated by many policy makers and the scientific community.

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管理 21 世纪的基因组学：在风险与不确定性之间

摘要 本文通过勾勒新兴基因组学仪器的主要特征、操作模式和策略，重构了基因组学的治理。20 世纪基因组治理的特点是同时运行一个稳定知识体系的过程，特别是通过专利申请。此外，我们观察到基因组治理中参与者和知识创造系统的异质化和全球化。多种不同的治理机制和策略同时被调动起来。从风险治理到不确定性治理的转变是当代基因组学治理的另一个重要特征。这些趋势对基因组学调控的影响是巨大的，并可能导致新的冲突和争议模式和空间的出现。