Abstract
The aim of this paper is to support the concept of technoscience is not confused when its meaning is understood in certain ways. The use of this concept is found inside and outside the academic world. However, not all philosophers are satisfied it is applied in philosophy of science and technology. Mario Bunge (2012) argues that the concept is generating confusion regarding the classical distinction between pure science, applied and technology. According to the Argentine-Canadian philosopher, the only acceptable sense of the term occurs when applied to the activity of individuals who are both scientists and technologists, as was the case of Galileo and Tesla. Countering this position, we think that the term can be used, at least not so confusing in the sense proposed by the philosopher Javier Echeverria (2003; 2005).
Highlights
The aim of this paper is to support the concept of technoscience is not confused when its meaning is understood in certain ways
Not all philosophers are satisfied it is applied in philosophy of science and technology
Mario Bunge (2012) argues that the concept is generating confusion regarding the classical distinction between pure science, applied and technology
Summary
Conceitos de tecnociência estão em pleno uso nos discursos sejam das ciências sociais, da filosofia da ciência e da tecnologia bem como da mídia. Porém nem todos estão satisfeitos com sua utilização. Entre seus críticos está o filósofo Mario Bunge. Para quem o conceito é confuso, quando mistura, como acontece frequentemente, atividades cogniti-
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