Language And Persuasion In Biotechnology Communication With The Public: How To Not Say What You’re Not Going To Not Say And Not Say It

Posted on : July 1, 2001 By
Issue Volume 4, Number 2, 2001 

Steven B. Katz
North Carolina State University

This paper explores the role of language in biotechnology communication with public. Analyzing a USDA press release, rhetorical choices of organization, style, and diction that convey values and emotions contrary to content are examined. The effect of language is not usually considered in transfer models of communication.

Key words: Biotechnology; public communication; rhetorical analysis; organization; style; diction.

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