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    The ontological turn in science and technology studies is critiqued for potentially creating pseudo-debates. This perspective argues it offers no fundamental difference from existing constructivism theories.

    Area of Science:

    • Philosophy of Science
    • Science and Technology Studies (STS)

    Background:

    • Recent scholarship in Social Studies of Science explores the 'ontological turn'.
    • Ontology, a branch of metaphysics, concerns existence and being.
    • STS researchers increasingly use 'ontology' to discuss constructed elements.

    Purpose of the Study:

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    • To question the added value of this 'ontological turn' in academic discourse.
    • To challenge the distinctiveness of the 'ontological turn' from established theories.

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    • Critical analysis of scholarly arguments regarding the 'ontological turn'.
    • Philosophical examination of ontological concepts within STS.
    • Comparative analysis with constructivist approaches in science studies.

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    • The 'ontological turn' risks generating unproductive debates and diverting focus from empirical research.
    • The distinction between the 'ontological turn' and constructivism is not qualitatively significant.
    • The utility of framing STS discussions as an 'ontological turn' is questioned.

    Conclusions:

    • The 'ontological turn' in STS does not represent a novel paradigm shift.
    • The concept may lead to pseudo-activities rather than advancing empirical studies.
    • STS should maintain a clear distinction from philosophical ontology to avoid conceptual confusion.