Potential Abstract:
This study delves into the intricate and often overlooked role of social factors in shaping the landscape of open science through a postmodern lens. While open science initiatives have gained momentum in recent years, the influence of social dynamics on these endeavors remains underexplored. Drawing on postmodern theories of knowledge production and dissemination, this research aims to unveil the complex interplay of social factors that underpin open science practices. By adopting a nuanced approach, we seek to move beyond simplistic dichotomies of openness and closure to reveal the multifaceted ways in which social forces shape the openness of scientific knowledge. Our analysis employs a mixed-methods approach, including qualitative interviews with key stakeholders in the open science community and quantitative analyses of large-scale datasets on open access publications. Through this dual lens, we aim to capture both the subjective experiences of individuals engaging with open science and the broader structural patterns that govern the field. Our findings highlight the diverse ways in which social factors such as power dynamics, incentives, and collaboration networks impact the realization of open science ideals. By foregrounding these social dimensions, our study contributes to a more comprehensive understanding of the complexities involved in fostering a truly open and equitable scientific ecosystem.
Potential References:
- Post-modernism and the social sciences: Insights, inroads, and intrusions
- Psychological science in a postmodern context.
- Achieving Global Open Access: The Need for Scientific, Epistemic and Participatory Openness
- Modern conditions, postmodern controversies
- Social aspects of the postmodern educational institution
