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Science and Engineering Ethics
|November 25, 2011
Summary
Science policy increasingly requires public engagement in decision-making. Engaged scholars in science studies are developing methods to better connect science with society and governance.
Area of Science:
- Science and Technology Studies (STS)
- Public Engagement with Science
- Science Policy and Governance
Background:
- Industrialized nations' science policies mandate greater public involvement and expanded governance of science and technology.
- Scholars in science studies are responding by designing engagement exercises to align science with public contexts.
- There is a growing demand for democratic public engagement with science and technology.
Discussion:
- This collection features international scholars examining the implications of engaged science studies.
- The focus is on the meaning, effectiveness, and ethical responsibilities of scholarly work in the public sphere.
- It explores how science studies can inform policy and enhance institutional capacities.
Key Insights:
- Engaged science studies scholarship is crucial for democratic science and technology governance.
- Effective public engagement requires innovative approaches and interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Scholarly insights from science studies can significantly impact policy development and institutional practices.
Outlook:
- Future research should focus on refining methodologies for public engagement in science.
- Strengthening the link between science studies scholarship and policy-making is essential.
- Continued exploration of the ethical dimensions of engaged scholarship will be vital for responsible science governance.
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