Science, technology and society for a post-truth age

Comparative dialogues on reflexivity

340 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

In an era shaped by misinformation, conspiracy theories, and anti-science movements, Science and Technology Studies / Science, Technology and Society (STS) provides a lighthouse of insight and interdisciplinary research. This volume, 'Science, technology and society for a post-truth age: Comparative dialogues on reflexivity,' embarks on a transformative journey through the interdependencies of science, technology, and society, offering vital perspectives and new insights on these challenging topics. This book, written by scholars in the field, reshapes post-truth discourse through STS and positions STS as a central force in addressing the post-truth crisis. It presents a compelling contribution that anchors STS at the heart of contemporary debates about truth and knowledge.'Science, technology and society for a post-truth age: Comparative dialogues on reflexivity' is a contemporary and thought-provoking exploration of the evolving relationship between knowledge, truth, and society. It makes the case that STS is a catalyst for reshaping our understanding of truth in an age characterised by scepticism and uncertainty.

• Reihe: Series in Philosophy of Science
• Themen: Gesellschaft und Sozialwissenschaften Politik und Staat Politikwissenschaft und politische Theorie
• ISBN: 9781648899379
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 12.03.2024
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Vernon Press
• Herausgegeben von: Emine Öncüler Yayalar, Sahinol Melike