Topics: Science : Science in Society
"Science in Society" focuses on the interaction of science and technology with the broader society. Potential topics include (but are not limited to) policy about science and technology, ethics in science and technology, representation of various societal groups in the scientific endeavor, applications of science in law, speculations about future science and technology, and the misuse (or proper use) of science in commerce and public discourse.
Academic Departments
University faculties and departments and academic institutions devoted to the study of science and how it relates to the community.
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Chats and Forums
Newsletters, weblogs, newsgroups, forums, message boards, and chat rooms on science and society issues.
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Forensic Science
Application of science to the enforcement of the law, in particular assimilation of evidence from the scene of crime.
Associations,
Computer Forensics,
DNA,
Document Examination,
Education,
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Research Ethics
This is a science category, so sites will have information and/or guidance on conducting science experiments or research.
Guidelines and Codes,
Publications,
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Science and Religion
Exploring the interaction between the natural sciences and theology, across the world's religions.
Christianity and Science,
Evolution,
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Science and Technology Policy
"Science and Technology Policy" deals with topics ranging from role of governments in the scientific enterprise and the promotion of technology to the development of indicators of research performance, the protection of intellectual property rights and the impact of science and technology on society.
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Skeptical Inquiry
Critical evaluation of alternative science, paranormal phenomena, news reports about science, etc.
Aquascams Lawsuit,
Cold Reading,
Critical Thinking,
Hoaxes,
Organizations,
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The Science Wars
Sites and articles relating to the Sokal affair, the book "Higher Superstition: The Academic Left and Its Quarrels With Science" by Gross and Levitt, and related arguments between scientists and post-modernists.
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Weblogs
Weblogs ('blogs') about science and society issues, particularly the intersection of science and public policy.
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