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Sociology of Scientific Knowledge

Posted on June 2, 2015 by Giorgio Bertini

The sociology of scientific knowledge (SSK) is the study of science as a social activity, especially dealing with “the social conditions and effects of science, and with the social structures and processes of scientific activity.” The sociology of scientific ignorance … Continue reading →

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Indigenous and Scientific Knowledge: some critical comments

Posted on May 27, 2014 by Giorgio Bertini

The distinction between indigenous and Western/scientific knowledge can present problems for those who believe in the significance of indigenous knowledge for development. This article examines some of the contradictions and ironies involved in accenting the importance of indigenous knowledge, with … Continue reading →

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Bringing Indigenous and Scientific Knowledge Together for Green Economy

Posted on September 9, 2011 by Giorgio Bertini

Read Listen also the full podcast in English and Spanish. Laura Rival argues that green economy must re-embed economics within the bounds of nature. A new type of economics is needed for this, one that is based on a combination … Continue reading →

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The Architecture of Access to Scientific Knowledge

Posted on April 24, 2011 by Giorgio Bertini

View In Lessig’s presentation to CERN – The Architecture of Access to Scientific Knowledge – he addresses the insanity (immoral) aspects of today’s knowledge-blocked publishing system. I think even the staunchest capitalist to the most devoted socialist can agree that … Continue reading →

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