Short Definition
The interrelationship between science and technology, where scientific advancements lead to technological innovations, and vice versa. Technoscience acknowledges that scientific practices are influenced by societal and cultural contexts.
Relevance
Technoscience examines how society, technology, and science intersect, and while it often reflects existing power dynamics, it also offers a way to reshape these systems. Engaging critically with technoscience allows us to use technology more ethically, even within existing limitations, ensuring advancements are made with cultural and community-specific needs in mind. Though the systems aren’t always perfect, technoscience can guide the development of more just, responsible tech practices.