Science Technology and Society
Scope & Guideline
Fostering Critical Perspectives on Technology's Role
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary Research on Technology and Society:
The journal encourages research that combines insights from various disciplines, including sociology, economics, political science, and environmental studies, to explore the multifaceted relationships between technology and society. - Innovation Ecosystems and Startup Dynamics:
A core area of focus is the analysis of innovation ecosystems, particularly the role of startups in driving technological change and economic development across different regions. - Ethics and Governance of Emerging Technologies:
The journal emphasizes ethical considerations and governance frameworks surrounding emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, biotechnology, and digital health, ensuring that societal implications are critically examined. - Sustainability and Technological Adaptation:
Research on sustainable practices and the adaptation of technology to address environmental challenges is a key theme, highlighting the role of innovation in promoting ecological balance. - Global Perspectives on Science and Technology:
The journal aims to provide a global perspective on how different cultures and nations approach science and technology, particularly in the context of globalization and colonial histories.
Trending and Emerging
- Artificial Intelligence and Ethical Implications:
Recent publications highlight the growing concern over ethical issues surrounding AI, emphasizing the need for frameworks that address the societal impacts of automated technologies. - Sustainable Innovation Practices:
There is a notable increase in research concerning sustainable manufacturing and eco-innovation, underscoring the importance of integrating environmental considerations into technological development. - Health Technology and Pandemic Responses:
The COVID-19 pandemic has spurred a surge in research focused on digital healthcare innovations and responses to health crises, showcasing the critical role of technology in public health. - Regional Innovation Ecosystems:
Emerging themes include the study of regional innovation ecosystems, particularly in developing countries, which explore how local contexts shape technological advancements and entrepreneurship. - Decolonization of Science and Technology Studies:
A growing body of work is emerging that critiques traditional narratives in science and technology studies, advocating for a decolonized approach that respects and integrates diverse epistemologies.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Industrial Innovation Models:
Research focusing solely on traditional models of industrial innovation, particularly in established economies, is becoming less frequent as the focus shifts toward more dynamic and diverse innovation ecosystems. - Static Approaches to Technology Transfer:
Themes related to static or linear models of technology transfer are declining in favor of more nuanced approaches that consider the complexities of knowledge dynamics and collaborative innovations. - Narrowly Defined Case Studies:
The trend of publishing narrowly defined case studies that do not engage with broader theoretical frameworks or interdisciplinary perspectives is decreasing, as the journal seeks to enrich its content with more holistic analyses.
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