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Concept

feminist science

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12.9K

Authors

2.4K

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About

Feminist science is an interdisciplinary field of research and a critical methodological approach that systematically analyzes the influence of gender and other social power relations on the production, content, and application of scientific knowledge. It investigates how biases embedded in societal structures shape scientific questions, methods, findings, and institutions, aiming to identify and rectify these influences. Key characteristics include a commitment to challenging androcentric assumptions, promoting inclusivity and diversity within scientific practice, and developing alternative epistemologies that acknowledge the situated nature of knowledge. Its significance lies in enhancing the objectivity and relevance of science by addressing systemic biases, fostering equitable participation, and contributing to a more comprehensive understanding of the natural and social worlds.

Top Authors

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SH

University of Delaware

SV

Georgia Institute of Technology

DH

University of California, Santa Cruz

HT

University of Waikato

LS

Stanford University

Top Institutions

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University of Edinburgh

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

University of Washington

Seattle, United States

University of Manchester

Manchester, United Kingdom

University of Michigan

Ann Arbor, United States

Lancaster University

Lancaster, United Kingdom