Polish Association for Technology Assessment (PTOT)

The aim of the association is to develop and popularize technology as a form of interdisciplinary scientific consulting for widely understanding public policy.
Developing novel concepts for technology assessment and improving research methods and tools used in technology assessment.
Integration of scientific communities around the idea of technology assessment and integration of competences dispersed in various scientific disciplines.
Implementation of specialized research projects in the field of technology assessment, early diagnosis and early warning.
Establishing separate non-profit units dealing with research, collecting and processing scientific information, organizing participatory procedures and processes, publicly communicating research results and educating in the field of technology assessment and related areas.
Strengthening cooperation with legislative bodies and public administration at all levels for the practical use of the results of technology assessment in public decision-making processes
Disseminating knowledge about technology assessment through educational, publishing and opinion-making activities.
Initiating and strengthening cooperation with foreign partners operating in the field of technology assessment in order to exchange experiences.