Assembling a panel

There are two interrelated consideration to take into account when profiling panels: 1) Composition – what mix of knowledge is required to address the panel remit 2) what mix of views, positions, value judgments and scientific disciplines should be represented on the panel to ensure even-handed analysis and conclusions. Also, a mix of institutional categories should be considered such as selection of a balance of panelists who work for government, corporations, international organizations (UN, NATO, etc.), universities, NGOs, and religious institutions. There are a variety of ways to select a panel: literature searches; recommendations from relevant institutions; and recommendations from other experts.