Science, Technology and Innovation Studies

Science and technology - part of everyday life with an impact on all aspects of society. That's where we come in...

We seek to answer the big questions about how societies both influence and are influenced by science, medicine and technology.

Our department has an international reputation as a leading centre of excellence in science and technology studies, established through the legacies of the Science Studies Unit and the Research Centre for Social Sciences.

About

Since the founding of the department in 1966, we offer a unique interdisciplinary environment in which we address vital questions about the world we live in.

Programmes

We offer a diverse, innovative and exciting range of undergraduate courses and postgraduate taught and research opportunities.

Research

We produce innovative and interdisciplinary research and deliver public policy advice and consultancy on the socio-economic implications of technology and innovation.

People

Find out more about the whole team: the academic staff and their research interests, PhD students and their thesis subjects, and the professional services colleagues who keep it all in working order.

News

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Contact

We are based at High School Yards, a 5-10 minute walk from George Square: a lively and vibrant hub (especially in August during the Festival Fringe).

SPS researchers to co-lead £4.7 million project on the future of medicine

School of Social and Political Science (SPS) academics Dr Lukas Engelmann and Dr Catherine Montgomery will co-lead a new project investigating the impact of societal changes on medicine and how these will affect doctors’ future roles.

12/11/2024

SPS academics involved in renewed funding for the UK Energy Research Centre to analyse and advance the energy transition

School of Social and Political Science (SPS) academics Dr Mark Winskel, Dr Jess Britton and Professor Jan Webb will lead research into innovative solutions to energy challenges, in a new phase of funding for the UK Energy Research Centre (UKERC).

06/11/2024

SPS academic wins Andrew Webster Prize for best UK PhD dissertation in science, technology & innovation studies

School of Social and Political Science (SPS) academic Dr Benedetta Catanzariti has received an award for the best UK PhD dissertation in science, technology and innovation studies for her thesis on facial expression recognition systems.

25/10/2024

SPS academic to lead new project on care and sustainability initiatives in Scotland

School of Social and Political Science (SPS) academic Dr Sarah Parry has received funding for a project exploring everyday care and its relationship to sustainability.

07/10/2024

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