The list is a knowledge work process tool for the sharing and archiving of interesting and potentially important things on the web or in print. Frequent themes include emerging issues in science and R&D, intellectual property issues, healthcare, computing, publishing, economics, development and environmental issues.

A Weak Signal is a half-hidden idea or trend that will affect how we live our lives, and Weak Signal Research involves the systematic identification and investigation of these emerging patterns. In a narrow sense, we're talking about tracking trends, but more generally, we're interested in spotting nonlinear, hard to predict ideas long before they reach mainstream recognition. Scanning is a fundamental piece of the Weak Signal Research process.

If you see an article that you think belongs here, forward it to weak_signal_research@yahoogroups.com.

I am interested in your thoughts on this group. Whether its a comment about a posted article or your thoughts on what I could do to expand the usefulness of this group, I'd like to hear from you.

Jeff Johnston
weak_signal_research-owner@yahoogroups.com

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