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The problem of expertise in knowledge societies

Grundmann, Reiner

Authors

REINER GRUNDMANN Reiner.Grundmann@nottingham.ac.uk
Professor of Science & Technology Studies



Abstract

This paper puts forward a theoretical framework for the analysis of expertise and experts in contemporary societies. It argues that while prevailing approaches have come to see expertise in various forms and functions, they tend to neglect the broader historical and societal context, and importantly the relational aspect of expertise. This will be discussed with regard to influential theoretical frameworks, such as laboratory studies, regulatory science, lay expertise, post-normal science, and honest brokers. An alternative framework of expertise is introduced, showing the limitations of existing frameworks and emphasizing one crucial element of all expertise, which is their role in guiding action.

Citation

Grundmann, R. (in press). The problem of expertise in knowledge societies. Minerva, https://doi.org/10.1007/s11024-016-9308-7

Journal Article Type Article
Acceptance Date Sep 6, 2016
Online Publication Date Sep 27, 2016
Deposit Date Oct 18, 2016
Publicly Available Date Mar 28, 2024
Journal Minerva
Print ISSN 0026-4695
Electronic ISSN 1573-1871
Publisher Springer Verlag
Peer Reviewed Peer Reviewed
DOI https://doi.org/10.1007/s11024-016-9308-7
Keywords Experts; expertise; science; knowledge; knowledge societies; decision-making; STS
Public URL https://nottingham-repository.worktribe.com/output/809133
Publisher URL http://link.springer.com/article/10.1007%2Fs11024-016-9308-7

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