Read my shit on the reg. The process of creating scientific knowledge cannot be separated from the surrounding political context, and scientists should explore this fusion instead of trying to “depoliticize” it. Creating scientific knowledge is a circular process that includes accessing existing information, testing assumptions, and application of knowledge acquired, all of which require allocation, governance, and exchange of resources - political activities. From global issues to office politics, scientists must navigate people and resources to create knowledge. Viewing politics as decisions about resource allocation instead of a simple “left vs. right” continuum can help us to thoroughly examine the political barriers to knowledge creation.
Politics is an inextricable barrier to science
Politics is an inextricable barrier to…
Politics is an inextricable barrier to science
Read my shit on the reg. The process of creating scientific knowledge cannot be separated from the surrounding political context, and scientists should explore this fusion instead of trying to “depoliticize” it. Creating scientific knowledge is a circular process that includes accessing existing information, testing assumptions, and application of knowledge acquired, all of which require allocation, governance, and exchange of resources - political activities. From global issues to office politics, scientists must navigate people and resources to create knowledge. Viewing politics as decisions about resource allocation instead of a simple “left vs. right” continuum can help us to thoroughly examine the political barriers to knowledge creation.