Global Science Politics - perspectives on global knowledge production

Modul: Specialisation in Societal Analysis/Vertiefung Gesellschaftsanalyse (3LP)

Thursdays 12-14, Room FH315

Grading criteria and requirements/assignments (3 ECTS)

- Regular, active participation

- Preparation of weekly seminar readings

- Presentation individually or as a group (max. 3) with preparation of follow-up discussion and handout

Current global policy dynamics are not only related to global trade or foreign policy, but science and scientific knowledge production are also revealing a variety of new trends that challenge established perspectives on global cooperation, the internationalisation of science and power relations in a global science system. In this seminar, we will first examine the special features of scientific knowledge production in a global context. We will then discuss current perspectives and recent empirical findings in research on the relationship between science and politics (including current postcolonial approaches, constructivist perspectives, and interdisciplinary perspectives from IR). Finally, we will take a look at recent developments and discuss future research potentials.