The cultural authority of science : (Record no. 37599)

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ISBN 9781138059924 (hardback)
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Language code of text/sound track or separate title English.
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Classification number 306.45
Item number CUL-
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Title The cultural authority of science :
Sub Title comparing across Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas /
Statement of responsibility, etc edited by Martin W. Bauer, Petra Pansegrau, and Rajesh Shukla.
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Place of publication New York :
Name of publisher Routledge,
Year of publication 2019.
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Number of Pages xxiii, 393p.
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504 ## - BIBLIOGRAPHY, ETC. NOTE
Bibliography, etc Includes bibliographical references and index.
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Summary, etc The cultural authority of science is the authority that is granted to science in any particular context. This authority is as much a matter of image and perceived legitimacy as of statutory guarantee. However, while authority can be charismatic, based on tradition or based on competence, we would assume that science aims to be an authority of competence. To what extent does science have the last word, or stand above opinion on public issues?<br/><br/>This Indo-European led collaboration aims to map the cultural authority of science, and to construct a system of indicators to observe this ‘science culture’ based on artefacts (science news analysis) and espoused beliefs and evaluations (public attitude data). Indeed, through a series of studies the authors examine the cultural authority of science in light of the challenges posed by European, Asian, African and American developments and debates. In particular, two main ideas are examined: the ‘Lighthouse’ model, whereby science is shining into a stormy sea of ignorance and mistrust; and the ‘Bungee Jump’ model, which demonstrates how science occasionally experiences a rough ride against a backdrop of goodwill.<br/><br/>Presenting expertise in discourse analysis, computer-assisted text analysis and largescale survey analysis, The Cultural Authority of Science will be of interest to a global audience concerned with the standing of science in society. In particular, it may appeal to scholars and students of fields such as sociology of science, science communication, science studies, scientometrics, innovation studies and social psychology.
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Language note English.
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Topical Term Science
General subdivision Social aspects.
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Personal name Bauer, Martin W.,
Relator term editor.
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Personal name Pansegrau, Petra,
Relator term editor.
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Personal name Shukla, R.
Relator term editor.
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