Developing a Systems Architecture Model to Study the Science, Technology and Innovation in International Studies

The international system has changed rapidly in the last thirty years and Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) has become a new critical factor of the world order of the 21st century. The interaction between STI and international affairs has increased, as well as its social and academic interest; however, there is still a lack of new theoretical and methodological approaches that examine this global rising phenomenon. This article is predominantly epistemological and is about how interactions between STI and international relations can be methodologically examined using systems models. This article raises the need for systems science approaches to explaining complex problems in international relations. In this sense, systems science and specifically systemism, offers great potential to study complex issues within a complex social system like the international order. Therefore, the main objective of this research is to develop an original systems framework that provides a comprehensive tool for studying complex topics like STI in the world system. The result is the creation of a Systems Architecture Model that examines the interaction between STI and international affairs from a systemist perspective.

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SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, AND INNOVATION AND INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS

International Scientific Relations ◽

10.2307/j.ctv1tvss6j.6 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 3-20

Keyword(s):

International Relations ◽

Technology And Innovation ◽

Science Technology ◽

Science Technology And Innovation

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Triângulos compreensivos da ciência, tecnologia e inovação | Comprehensive triangles of science, technology and innovation

Liinc em Revista ◽

10.18617/liinc.v3i2.231 ◽

2007 ◽

Vol 3 (2) ◽

Author(s):

Marcello Barra

Keyword(s):

International Relations ◽

Social Innovation ◽

Construction Process ◽

Developed Country ◽

Technology And Innovation ◽

Science Technology ◽

Reason Of State ◽

Sociological Thought ◽

Less Developed Country ◽

Science Technology And Innovation

Resumo O trabalho verificou a existência de três relações, a importância disso para a compreensão do desenvolvimento da CT&I e as implicações para o pensamento sociológico. A tecnociência despontou como conceito explicativo fundamental para compreensão da distribuição e do uso da ciência e tecnologia numa sociedade, por meio do Estado. Observou-se a influência da relação entre Estados – nacionais e supranacionais – para que uma inovação social se desse. Finalmente, mostrou-se a presença de relação entre tecnociência e inovação social.Palavras-chave: tecnociência; inovação social; Estado; CT&I; sociologia. Abstract This article has shown the existence of three important relations to the comprehension of science, technology and innovation, and their implications to sociological thought. Technoscience has appeared as a fundamental concept for understanding the distribution and the application of science and technology within a society through certain State actions. Moreover, there were evidences that international relations regarding different nations have significantly influenced a specific social innovation construction process. Finally, empirical analysis’ results have indicated that an analytical triangle has been formed when Reason of State was at stake in an less developed country like Brazil. Keywords technoscience, social innovation; State; ST&I; sociology

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Diplomacy of science, technology and innovation Report of the Spanish Foreign Ministry and a brochure on its official page

Tikrit Journal For Political Science ◽

10.25130/poltic.v3i11.110 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 3 (11) ◽

pp. 355

Author(s):

Thaer Tahir Fadel

Keyword(s):

Economic Development ◽

Soft Power ◽

Public Diplomacy ◽

Modern Society ◽

Modern World ◽

Technology And Innovation ◽

Science Technology ◽

The World ◽

Technological Developments ◽

Science Technology And Innovation

In a rapidly changing world where new global challenges are striking their wings all over the world, it is recognized in the modern world that CTI is one of the engines of social and economic development and the drive for globalization. It will be more effective in the future. One of the solutions to these changes lies in science, technology and innovation. Science, technology and innovation are an engine for the task of economic development, but at the same time pose new challenges, as they contribute to the restructuring of the present world in the foreseeable future. In the same context, science, technology and innovation have a growing size in all areas of modern society, and this is manifest in the current international relations and the international presence of a country and its image in the world. The ability to bring about scientific and technological developments, innovation or attract talent are fundamental aspects of soft power and public diplomacy, and represent a framework for the state.

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Exploring the Prospects of Using 3D Printing Technology in the South African Human Settlements

10.17159/assaf.2021/0074 ◽

2021 ◽

Keyword(s):

South Africa ◽

3D Printing ◽

South African ◽

Human Settlements ◽

Printing Technology ◽

Technology And Innovation ◽

3D Printing Technology ◽

Science Technology ◽

The World ◽

Science Technology And Innovation

South Africa is a country with significant socio-economic development challenges, with the majority of South Africans having limited or non-existent access to basic infrastructure, services, housing and socio-economic opportunities etc. The urban housing backlog currently exceeds 2.4 million houses, with many families living in informal settlements. The Breaking New Grounds Policy, 2014 for the creation of sustainable human settlements, acknowledges the challenges facing human settlements, such as, decreasing human settlements grants allocation, increasing housing backlog, mushrooming of informal settlements and urbanisation. The White Paper on Science, Technology and Innovation (STI), 2019 notes that South Africa has not yet fully benefited from the potential of STI in addressing the socio-economic challenges and seeks to support the circular economy principles which entail a systematic change of moving to a zero or low waste resource-efficient society. Further to this, the Science and Technology Roadmap’s intention is to unlock the potential of South Africa’s human settlements for a decent standard of living through the smart uptake of science, technology and innovation. One such novel technology is the Three-Dimensional (3D) printing technology, which has produced numerous incredible structures around the world. 3D printing is a computer-controlled industrial manufacturing process which encompasses additive means of production to create 3D shapes. The effects of such a technology have a potential to change the world we live in and could subsequently pave the roadmap to improve on housing delivery and reduce the negative effects of conventional construction methods on the environment. To this end, the Academy of Science of South Africa (ASSAf), in partnership with the Department of Science and Innovation (DSI) and the University of Johannesburg (UJ) hosted the second virtual IID seminar titled: Exploring the Prospects of Using 3D Printing Technology in the South African Human Settlements, on 01 March 2021 to explore the potential use of 3D printing technology in human settlements. The webinar presented preliminary findings from a study conducted by UJ, addressing the following topics: 1. The viability of 3D printing technology 2. Cost comparison of 3D printed house to conventional construction 3. Preliminary perceptions on 3D printing of houses Speakers included: Dr Jennifer Mirembe (NDoHS), Dr Jeffrey Mahachi, Mr Refilwe Lediga, Mr Khululekani Ntakana and Dr Luxien Ariyan, all from UJ. There was a unanimous consensus that collaborative efforts from all stakeholders are key to take advantage of this niche technology. @ASSAf_Official; @dsigovza; @go2uj; @The_DHS; #SA 3D_Printing; #3D Print_Housing; #IID

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New trends in the development of scientific, technological and innovation policies of the world countries: the OECD vision

Science, technologies, innovation ◽

10.35668/2520-6524-2020-3-03 ◽

2020 ◽

pp. 25-32

Author(s):

N. V. Berezniak ◽

N. I. Shabranska

Keyword(s):

Innovation Policy ◽

Policy Instruments ◽

Political Influence ◽

Developed Countries ◽

Political Support ◽

Technology And Innovation ◽

Science Technology ◽

The World ◽

Science Technology And Innovation ◽

Innovation Policies

A new direction of science, technology and innovation policy, initiated by the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), has been investigated. The proposed OECD paradigm of new mission-oriented policies encompasses initiatives aimed at overcoming public challenges in the world and achieving the Sustainable Development Goals 2030 (UN), which is especially relevant for Ukraine. The general characteristics of the instruments of political influence and interaction are given. These instruments are the “mix” of policies that aim to implement direct and indirect forms of support. The examples of developing the national strategic documents and supporting a sustainable economy in the OECD member countries are considered. Highly developed countries introduce special instruments that promote breakthrough innovations to implement strategic priorities. The OECD notes the feasibility of creating different types of institutions that will be responsible for defining national strategies and shaping science, technology and innovation policies. The challenges and trends of political support for innovative business by the OECD member countries are described. The governments of these countries are initiating the formation of new directions and the use of new public policy instruments, in particular: a combination of fiscal instruments and direct support instruments, simplified access to financing schemes and increased transparency through the creation of a “single window” or digital support services, etc.

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