Springer Global Politics of Science and Technology Vol. 1 - Springer

This comprehensive volume from Springer examines how science and technology shape international relations and global governance. An increasing number of scholars now recognise science and technology as central issues in International Relations, acknowledging the profound impact of material elements, technical instruments, and scientific practices on international security, statehood, and global power dynamics. The collection brings this critical debate to the forefront of IR scholarship, demonstrating how integrating science and technology into analytical frameworks generates novel conceptual approaches and empirical research questions. Designed for academics, researchers, and policy professionals, this first volume in the Global Power Shift series offers a state-of-the-art review of various methodologies and theoretical perspectives that bridge International Relations with broader disciplinary insights. It provides essential reading for understanding how technological advancement and scientific innovation influence contemporary global politics and international affairs.