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1AC CitesTournament: Long Beach | Round: 1 | Opponent: 1AC All Rounds Stern AT 2, Damien EA 4, St Vincent 6 | Judge: Candice Chou, Matt Conrad, Nate Tribble At the beginning of 2002, all nanotechnology-related research became an area of strategic importance….It is beyond the aim of this article to provide a complete picture of the status of nanotechnology in México, but it is worth mentioning some of the efforts made in this regard. USAID USAID plays a significant role in integrating the products of SandT to meet the challenges of economic, environmental, and social development. … All of this activity is implemented under the auspices of an SandT cooperation agreement negotiated by OES. Wilson 7 The market opportunity is substantial. Nanotechnology has been incorporated into billions of dollars worth of manufactured goods. … Responsible development of nanotechnology must include benefits for people in both rich and poor nations and at relatively low cost.and#34; There has been little coverage in the international media about the development of nanotechnologies in Latin America…. This link, of course, is absent inside the nanotechnology programs and is completely ignored in the policy rationale behind their implementation. Perhaps the most basic barrier to conducting nanotechnology research is equipment costs. … Similarly, there are very few funding sources that exist to provide incentives for developed world researchers to independently address the social problems facing the developing world (pro-poor research). Scientists say nanotechnology, which involves some of the smallest things on earth, could have a big impact in developing countries. …Among those at risk could be workers involved in manufacturing new nano-scale materials, as well as consumers, such as those taking nano-based medicines. Disease spread causes extinction A pandemic will kill off all humans. …. Perhaps even more frightening is the fact that only 25 mutations were required to convert the original viral strain — which could only infect birds — into a human-viable strain (10). Advantage 2 is Science Diplomacy The new administration should move quickly to give science and technology (SandT) a prominent role in foreign policy. …. The presidents of Chile and Argentina have launched programs to promote development of their SandT capabilities. Public investment is key– efficient use of funding, need basic research and#34;Innovation and technological development occur on a small scale, through boosting the competitiveness of small- and medium-sized companies,and#34; …Mexicoand#39;s innovation capital is concentrated in public universities such as the National Autonomous University International cooperation is key – fight diseases, discover medications, counterterrorism, natural disasters, food supply ¶ Accompanying this increased capability around the globe is the heightened recognition that humanity now faces many common challenges that can be addressed most effectively if nations pool and leverage their assets. … (By contrast, Dustin Hoffman received a reported $8 million for his role in the movie Outbreak, which dealt with the danger of an epidemic.)¶ Nanotechnology is the frontier of innovation; given its potential, …Given what is at stake and the degree to which the U.S. relies on innovation to fuel its economy, nanotechnology is a global competition that America can ill-afford not to win. SandT cooperation is key to sound policy-making and solves a laundry list of impacts Science and science-based approaches makes tangible improvements in peopleand#39;s lives. …. advances the frontiers of knowledge for the benefit of all. Advantage 3 is Water A water-rich region, Latin America is home to nearly 31 of the world’s freshwater resources, but it also has large arid and semi-arid areas with recurring droughts common from Mexico to Chile. … but also causes billions to be lost in potential tourism and real estate revenues. Rio Grande Valley irrigation manager Jo Jo White remembers clearly how ugly things got about a decade ago, when drought left Mexico without the water it needed to supply what it owed the U.S. under a 1944 treaty….“There are enough carrots and sticks available to the United States government to encourage Mexico to live up to its responsibilities, and I hope they are skillfully applied,” he said. Another possibility is that global environmental damage might increase the gap between rich and poor soci¬eties, with the poor then violently confronting the rich for a fairer share of the world’s wealth. …., increasing the likelihood of many different kinds of conflict—from war and rebellion to trade disputes—and undermining possibilities for cooperation. Perhaps the most devastating analysis of the global water crisis comes from hydrological engineer Michal Kravèík and his team of scientists …., decreased biodiversity, melting of the polar icecaps, submersion of vast territories, massive continental desertification and, eventually, and#34;global collapse.and#34; Mexico Nano is key – they have the resources, the technology base and are a CRITICAL global model for water treatment and desalination tech 4. COMPETITIVE AREAS OF MEXICO IN NANOTECHNOLOGY The most important advantages for investing and making nanoscience in Mexico are the availability of natural resources and human resources. There are some groups within the country that are internationally competitive, and there are other groups that are potentially competitive. However, these groups need to interact with each other and form a network to really achieve a real competitive advantage. …The specific recommendations for the development of Mexican science related to nanotechnology are: a) to establish an articulated national network; b) to have a national initiative or plan in terms of nanoscience and nanotechnology, and c) to encourage students mobility throughout Mexico and to the EU. Contention 4: Solvency Since its inception, the Foresight Institute has led an effort to confront the potentially apocalyptic dimensions of nanotechnology and develop viable responses. … Nanotechnologists have devoted a great deal of attention to physical dangers like nanotech accidents, super-weapons, and rogue AIs. It is worth mentioning that neither Brazil, nor Argentina, nor México have created¶ programs to examine the possible social, economic, environmental, political¶ and ethical impacts of the use of nanotechnology.3 …. However, this reflects a path¶ where specific interests regulate the development of nanotechnology. Mexico is key – Provides a Nano Model for Developing Countries – As one of the handful of countries pursuing nanotechnology development in Latin America, ¶ and the one with perhaps the closest relationship with U.S.-based nanotechnology partners, ¶ ….analytical capacity to implement appropriate reflexive and ¶ above all social assessments. | 10/2/13 |
Contact InfoTournament: Contact Information | Round: 1 | Opponent: Anybody | Judge: You Aff and Neg Cites: leokiminardo@gmail.com + For giggles Twitter - @leokiminardo | 10/2/13 |
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