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Innovation as Res Publica: The New Governance of Technoscience and its Politics – Nina Frahm

Stadtpalais/Online Theaterstraße 75, Aachen, Germany

This lecture is part of the summer semester 2025 lecture series Expanding Science and Technology Studies and the STS Forum organized by the HumTec (Human Technology Center) at RWTH Aachen University. Abstract: Imperatives of technoscientific innovation have become a ubiquitous leitmotiv for public policies in the 21st century. Driven by increased public investments in research …

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Design Meets Evolution: Theory and Practice – Theodore von Kármán Lecture with Victor de Lorenzo

Stadtpalais Theaterstraße 75, Aachen, Germany

Abstract: The prevailing view of biological evolution is not unlike bricolage/pastiche/tinkering – in sharp contrast with rational engineering. Yet, different paths often lead to solutions that coincide or converge whether they emerge from naturally-occurring evolution or rationally designed. Such a conjunction – often presented as a mere anecdote – in fact reveals the ability of …

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Expanding STS: Art, Science, and Technology Studies (ASTS) – Hannah Star Rogers

Stadtpalais/Online Theaterstraße 75, Aachen, Germany

Abstract: Art and science are all around us: in the academy, in galleries, and in the news. How do we make sense of the power that these two categories hold in our society? And is this process new? In this lecture, Rogers explores how the tools of Science and Technology Studies (STS) can provide critical …

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Workshop “Der singuläre Satz”

Stadtpalais Theaterstraße 75, Aachen, Germany

Workshop "Der singuläre Satz" by the Research Area "Wissenskulturen" of Faculty Arts and Humanities of RWTH Aachen University in cooperation with the KHK c:o/re More information coming soon

Film & Discussion “Hidden Futures: Work. Clicks & Crowds”

PACT Zollverein Bullmannaue 20a, Essen, Germany

What chain of work processes is triggered by a click in an app? Which bodies does it set in motion under any weather conditions? And how are our cities changing when work is no longer tied to spaces, but is controlled by a fleeting architecture of routes, data and likes? The promise of services that can …

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Data Behaviorism: A History – Daniela Wentz

Stadtpalais/Online Theaterstraße 75, Aachen, Germany

This event is part of our summer semester 2025 Lecture Series Expanding Science and Technology Studies. To take part either online or in presence, please register with events@khk.rwth-aachen.de.

How Uncertainty is Rendered Residual – Carsten Reinhardt

Stadtpalais/Online Theaterstraße 75, Aachen, Germany

This event is part of our summer semester 2025 Lecture Series Expanding Science and Technology Studies. To take part either online or in presence, please register with events@khk.rwth-aachen.de.

Symposium “Freedom of Research: A European Summit – Europe in Times of Division”

RWTH Aachen University - Super C Templergraben 57, Aachen

Europe stands at a crossroads: Political polarization, disinformation, and social fragmentation threaten the cohesion of our continent. National interests clash, while external crises put increasing pressure on our democracies. At the same time, science is under strain – facing targeted disinformation, political interference, and restrictions on academic freedom. How can we uphold shared values, safeguard …

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Conference HaPoC 2025

Find the Call for Papers on our website or as a pdf document. More information coming soon

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