Scientific knowledge is shaped by power dynamics from "summary" of Leviathan and the Air-Pump by Steven Shapin,Simon Schaffer
The production of scientific knowledge is not a neutral process. It is deeply entwined with power dynamics that shape what is considered valid and legitimate within the scientific community. Power operates in various ways within scientific practice, influencing the questions that are asked, the methods that are used, and the interpretations that are made. Scientists are not removed from the social and political context in which they work. They are embedded within institutions that are influenced by power structures, whether they be governmental, corporate, or academic. These institutions shape the research agendas of scientists, determining which topics are funded and which are not. This means that certain voices are privileged while others are marginalized, leading to the reproduction of existing power dynamics within the scientific community. Power dynamics can also be seen in the interactions between scientists themselves. Within scientific debates, individuals with more instituti...
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