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Area of Science:

  • Sociology of knowledge
  • Science and technology studies

Background:

  • Prevailing approaches to expertise often overlook historical and societal contexts.
  • The relational aspect of expertise is frequently neglected in current theoretical frameworks.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To propose a novel theoretical framework for analyzing expertise in contemporary societies.
  • To address the limitations of existing frameworks by incorporating relational and contextual elements.
  • To highlight the crucial role of expertise in guiding action.

Main Methods:

  • Critical analysis of influential theoretical frameworks (e.g., laboratory studies, regulatory science, lay expertise, post-normal science, honest brokers).
  • Development of an alternative framework emphasizing the relational and action-guiding functions of expertise.

Main Results:

  • Existing frameworks inadequately capture the full scope and context of expertise.
  • A new framework is presented that integrates historical, societal, and relational dimensions.
  • The proposed framework underscores expertise's function in directing practical actions.

Conclusions:

  • A more comprehensive understanding of expertise requires considering its societal embeddedness and relational dynamics.
  • The proposed framework offers a valuable tool for analyzing the multifaceted nature of expertise.
  • Expertise's primary function lies in its capacity to inform and guide action within societal contexts.