Technological Society Research Articles

Compte rendu: Unveiling the Depths of Social Innovation: A Journey Through Scholarship and Critique. A review of The Encyclopedia of Social Innovation

It is unclear when, how, or by whom the term “social innovation” was first used. According to Moulaert et al. (2013), the term was coined in Europe in the 1960s. The first book on the subject was published in 1967 by Fairweather, who sought to address social problems through experimental methods and had a reformist and moralistic view of sociology. In Latin America, the terms “appropriate technology” (Caldas & Alves, 2013) and “tecnologia social” (Pozzebon, Souza & Saldanha, 2023) emerged around the same time. These terms were aimed at social development and questioned the role of technology in society, proposing an emancipatory view to create spaces and opportunities that redefine social relations. The term’ social innovation’ has garnered substantial attention in recent academic and empirical research. This is evident in the proliferation of events, exhibitions, and platforms dedicated to discussing and promoting social innovations. The term has also become a prominent keyword in English language scientific research, particularly in business administration, public administration, and public policies, where it supports a wide range of theoretical and ideological positions on the nature of innovation in contemporary society. [...]

The IEEE Microwave Theory and Technology Society and IEEE [MicroBusiness

The IEEE Microwave Theory and Technology Society and IEEE [MicroBusiness

Combined Perspectives on Textile Durability in 18th and 19th-Century Europe

Abstract: Cowritten by a historian and a textile conservator-restorer, the article proposes to look at practices of durability as a way of understanding the specific intersection between technology and resources different societies depend on. Using our combined perspectives, we reflect on the particular juncture between resources and techniques which changing practices of durability in Europe between the 18th and the 19th centuries interrogate. The article is based on close reading of written archives as well as first-hand detailed observation of textile artefacts in the study collection of the musée des Arts décoratifs in Paris. Attention to objects shows that despite the advent of the so-called consumer revolution it witnessed, the 18th century remained very much part of the traditional material economy that had prevailed until then in which recycling and textile reuse were ubiquitous across social classes. However, empirical observation of later pieces shows the relationship to durability definitely changing around the second quarter of the 19th century. Whereas pre-industrial societies relied on long-term textile durability embedded in solid, stable fabrics which were integrated into forward-looking assembly techniques and design solutions integrating future “cascades of uses,” the 19th century saw the emergence of more short-sighted assembly solutions in which garments seem to have been made in anticipation they would retain their initial form and shape — whether or not they actually did. The shift, which is hardly visible in written archives, is made manifest in material sources, calling attention to the types of sources we harness to understand the past.

IEEE Transactions on Components, Packaging and Manufacturing Technology Society Information

IEEE Transactions on Components, Packaging and Manufacturing Technology Society Information

The 2023 IEEE Microwave Theory and Technology Society International Conference on Numerical Electromagnetic and Multiphysics Modeling and Optimization [Conference Report

The 2023 IEEE Microwave Theory and Technology Society International Conference on Numerical Electromagnetic and Multiphysics Modeling and Optimization [Conference Report

Analysing the anticipate of Microsoft’s acquisition on Activision Blizzard

This research applies the marketing mix theory to analyses the topic of Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard in a rapidly evolving technological society. The focus of this analysis is on the game industry, which is closely intertwined with technological advancements. Combining the SWOT analysis method and qualitative research, this essay explores the relationships between the different elements of the marketing mix theory and their impact on the phenomenon. The research findings indicate that each element of the marketing mix theory, particularly promotion and product, has a positive correlation with customers’ purchase intentions in the context of Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard. Overall, this paper contributes to a better understanding of the impact of Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard by leveraging marketing mix theory and its implications for the game industry. The findings highlight the importance of strategic management and decision-making in technology companies and provide valuable insights for the industry’s future growth and development.

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In a technological society where macro technologies, generative artificial intelligence, and platforms have accelerated by leaps and bounds, the risks and concerns of so-called fake news are intensifying. The Internet is a forum for expression, “the most participatory medium of expression”, as Constitutional Court has affirmed. Fake news is intentionally manipulated false information that has the appearance of a journalistic article. The rapid spread of fake news through social networking services (SNS) and personal media can lead to societal and structural problems by adversely affecting the judgment of individuals, threatening the freedom of expression on the Internet, which is rooted in freedom of thought. For this reason, it is necessary to regulate the creation and dissemination of fake news on the Internet. However, regulation in response to fake news eventually leads to restrictions on freedom of expression. Against this backdrop, the constitutional issues surrounding fake news and the response to it today are clear. It is a question of balancing the public interest protected by regulating fake news against the freedom of expression restricted by doing so. Regardless of the amount of money involved, it is difficult to determine whether information is true or false, and even false information can fall under the protection of free speech and expression. For this reason, legal regulation of fake news needs to be limited to those that objectively threaten people's basic rights and the basic order of liberal democracy, and whose danger or harm is obvious and requires urgency. As the issue of the regulation of fake news has become a hot topic in Korean society, this paper reviews the existing debate from a constitutional perspective and critically examines the dangers of fake news and the need for a constitutional legislative response, especially in the current era of changing technologies and platforms. To this end, we examined the legislative bills introduced in the 20th and 21st National Assemblies from the perspectives of the constitutional principles of clarity, proportionality, and pre-censorship funding, and examined the possibilities of responding to fake news in the current legislation, suggesting social science tools and self-regulation as complements to legislative regulation.

Series of configurational movements: User activities in technology generalization

The detailed studies of adoption and user activities indicate that continuous alterations accompany the proliferation of new technology, yet diffusion theory and system change-oriented frameworks portray the spread of technologies across a social or sociotechnical system with relatively few changes. To better reconcile the two orientations, we introduce a series of configurational movements (SCM) as a conceptual register for the generalization of new technology in society. We elaborate on the SCM with an over-a-decade-long investigation into heat pumps in Finland, one of the globally furthest progressed energy transitions. The process has thus far involved nine configurational movements, each featuring a change in the character of the technology, the ecology of actors relevant to it, and the contexts in which the technology spreads. SCM analysis further surfaces eight user activity types that have shaped how the technology, its deployment, and its markets have evolved: Adoption and routine use, adaption and adjustment, championing, user innovation, community building, peer intermediation, market creation and production of legitimating discourse on heat pumps. In all, the generalization features significant shifts in user practices, the technology, and societal impact throughout the process, not only during its early phases, instilling energy system wide change.

UGDYMAS KAIP ATEITIES ŽMOGAUS KŪRIMAS: KELETAS ŠTRICHŲ

Informatization /technologization of society (information and technology boom) causes fundamental changes not only in the field of communication, but also conditions deep culture changes – culture balance is damaged. "Lower" (mass) culture begins to dominate over "higher" (elite) culture. Does this manifest itself in education? Will really the concepts of deconstructivism and postmodernism determine the future of education? Probably so. It is obvious and inevitable that the transformation of education takes place under the influence of new technologies and human practice, which changes the entire social order. Can you imagine the school of the future? Is it possible to provide equal education to all students? Does this not contradict the general systemic logic (e.g., educated, but illiterate)? Education for the future is a complex construct that includes physical, intellectual, personal, technological education, etc. It is a multifaceted process that combines different approaches, different (sometimes contradictory) methodologies, systems, forms, etc. First, the education of the future will be clearly stratified and will be determined by access possibilities. Thus, the educational system will have to distinguish itself by two essential characteristics – mobility (ability to change quickly) and reactivity (ability to react to changes). What if a teacher is not able to cope with the competitive struggle in the education market today? What is the point of announcing that teaching is and will be a prestigious profession? There are many questions, but there is a lack of answers as usual. Here emerges the same classical balance problem. It seems that we all strive to create an efficient, safe, healthy, etc. teaching/learning environment. However, we should not forget that there is a balance in everything. It is a balance between individual and collective (group) teaching/learning, theory and practice, assessment and feedback, automated (machine) teaching/learning and “live” education, and so on. Subject balance can be mentioned as an example. Curricula should be designed to emphasise general education rather than focusing only on certain areas such as exams (e.g., STEM). The most important thing remains (should remain) the development of students’ abilities in various fields, including creative, critical thinking, problem-solving, and adequate communication.

How IT Course Improves Digital Competencies: An Experimental Study in Science Education

The increasing importance of technology in society has led to a growing demand for individuals to possess digital competencies. In today's world, digital skills are becoming increasingly essential for both personal and professional development. Governments have recognized the importance of digital competencies and have included them as part of basic competencies in many countries. Pre-service teachers play a crucial role in shaping future generations, and it is vital that they possess strong digital competencies. This study focuses on the impact of an "Information Technologies in Science Education" course on the digital competency development of pre-service teachers. The study employed a one-group, pre-test post-test experimental design to evaluate the effectiveness of the course on improving the digital literacy skills of pre-service teachers. The results of the study indicated a significant positive impact of the IT course structured for the science field on the digital competency development of pre-service teachers. The post-test mean scores indicated a high level of digital competency among the study group. The study also highlights the lack of experimental studies in this area, emphasizing the importance of further research in this field. The findings of this study have implications for both teacher education and the incorporation of digital technologies in science education. Based on the study results, it is recommended that teacher education programs provide opportunities for pre-service teachers to improve their digital competencies through courses and training programs. Additionally, it is essential to integrate digital technologies into science education to equip students with the necessary skills to thrive in a digital world.

Modern Concepts of Public Administration in the Context of Sustainable Development

"The article examines the main problems of the XXI century, the overcoming of which led to achieving the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals adopted in 2015, replacing the Millennium Development Goals. The authors systematically consider the governance process in sustainable development, paying particular attention to the structural-functional and information-behavioral subsystems of governance. Also, special attention is paid to the development of information technology and civil society, as well as other changes in the late XX – early XXI century. These changes have influenced the concepts of public administration, which are fundamental to achieving the SDGs. The article aims to determine the methodological approaches necessary for the functioning of the public administration system in the context of sustainable development. The primary research method used was a bibliographic study, both descriptive and analytical. The analysis of scientific literature allowed the authors to conclude that the following modern concepts of public administration in the context of sustainable development can be implemented: “management of public values,” “digital citizenship,” “political networks,” “smart (receptive/reflective) governance,” results/goals-based management, FAST-concept, “Open Government,” and “Activating State.” The importance of involving people in addressing sustainable development issues related to significant social, economic, and environmental problems, policy-making, and public service delivery is hardly disputed today. As shown, modern concepts aim to enable citizens to participate in such processes. These include access to and availability of information and the development of communication technologies, including social media. In the XXI century of Knowledge Societies, the most creative solutions will be created through open interaction and reliance on shared resources. The extraordinary events (the pandemic and the war in Ukraine) have significantly slowed down the process of achieving Sustainable Development Goals and, in some cases, made it impossible to achieve any results for some goals. As a result, a new model of public administration in the context of sustainable development will be required. The prospects for further research include defining a new concept of public administration and its provision, which will consider the advantages of modern concepts and ensure their synergistic effect so that the sustainable development agenda is adopted by the state, business, and society."

DIGITALIZATION OF HEALTH SERVICES FOR OLDER ADULTS: HEALTH INEQUALITIES AND THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC

Abstract There is a growing role for digital technologies in society, but concerns that older adults may be disadvantaged and excluded with the growth of use of these technologies. The COVID-19 pandemic led governments across the world to mandate lockdowns and social restrictions. This was accompanied by rapid implementation of many digitalized services, including to access health and social care. This paper reports on a project to advance our understanding of how health and social care services for older adults (65+) have been digitalized during the COVID-19 pandemic, and to learn what has worked well and what has not, with a specific lens on health inequalities. We report main findings from three workstreams: (i) a mapping review, to identify (a) the types of evidence available on the digitalization of health and social care services for older adults during the COVID-19 pandemic, and (b) the extent to which factors related to health inequalities have been considered in this evidence; (ii) quantitative analysis of health care records to examine the impact of digitalization on access to primary care for older people in England during the COVID-19 pandemic, with a focus on incidence rate of consultation types (face-to-face, telephone and video) examined against age, gender, ethnicity and socioeconomic status; (iii) qualitative work to explore the experiences of UK older adults of South Asian and Black African or Caribbean descent of using digital technologies to access primary care. We consider how digitalization of health and social care services relates to health inequalities for older people.

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This text attempts to present and critically analyze two prevailing Neo-Marxist schools of thought on the future of work, that derive from Marx’s ambivalent attitude toward work and the role of technology in society. Contemporary thinking on the future of work is split between its humanization and overcoming alienation in a ca-pitalist society on one side, and anti-work and post-work theoretical perspectives that propose its abolition through automation and technological innovations introduced by capitalism on the other. A two-way evolution of the Marxist thought on the future of work will be presented in relation to the growing usage of digital technologies and the development of artificial intelligence, while the disagreement between the two schools of thought won’t be seen as a setback, but the focus will be shifted towards their joint contribution to reexamining the concept of work in social theory and political prac-tice. The question about the future of work will also be analyzed through the lens of gender, in order to draw attention to the position of the social reproduction work and the risk of it being perceived as a highly ethical and authentic form of work that does not require reorganization. An anthropological perspective that emphasizes the link between human communities and work, not in order to project the future society, but to examine the transformation of the concept of work in relation to social, economic, and political frames, that is, at the intersection of neoliberalism and the development of new technologies in the contemporary context, will also be taken into consideration. By analyzing the future of work through different paradigms, we are called to open a new chapter in social theory that will serve as inspiration for future political demands that would lead the society out of the capitalist system.

Penerapan Alat Bantu Penangkapan Ikan Pada Kelompok Nelayan Pole and Line di Desa Murante Kecamatan Suli Kabupaten Luwu

The objectives of this activity are: 1) To increase catch results and reduce operational costs through the implementation of fishing technology tools. 2) To enhance the capabilities of Pole and Line fishermen in using fishing tools such as GPS, Fish Finder, and the ability to independently read fishing catch maps. The method used in the implementation of Science and Technology for Society (IbM) activities is Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA), which involves the community in the activities. The implementation of this activity includes counseling, training, demonstrations, and evaluations to assess the program's effectiveness, ensuring efficient socialization of the program. The implementation method involves applying and utilizing fishing tools (GPS, Fish Finder) for Pole and Line fishermen to determine fishing areas and capture fish according to the information on the fishing catch map issued by the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries of Indonesia. The results of this activity include the dissemination of information on the use of fishing technology tools, training in reading maps of potential fishing zones, and assistance in using the fish finder through counseling, direct practice, and interactive discussions to uncover issues and solutions that can be addressed by partners. In conclusion, the outcomes of the activity are: 1) Increased catch results and reduced operational costs through the implementation of fishing technology tools. 2) The desire and ability of Pole and Line fishermen to use fishing tools such as GPS, Fish Finder, and independently read fishing catch maps, subsequently inputting this information into the fishing tools

Phenolics and Spectroscopy: Challenges and Successful Stories in The Grape and Wine Industry.

Phenolic compounds are considered to have a major role in the quality of grapes and wine. These compounds contribute to the sensory perception of red wine as they are involved in astringency and bitterness as well as in determining the colour intensity of grapes and wine (e.g. anthocyanins content). Several techniques are used to characterise and quantify these compounds in grapes and wine samples such as UV-Visible spectroscopy or high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC). More recently, different applications and reports have shown the value of vibrational spectroscopy techniques to monitor and measure phenolic compounds along the grape and wine value chain. This article summarises as well as discusses challenges and successful stories in relation to the utilization of vibrational spectroscopy techniques to measure phenolic compounds in grapes and wine. Specifically, content presented at the workshop "Outstanding sensors challenge beverage and food future" organised by Italian Society of Food Science and Technology and the University of Pisa (Pisa, Italy) is summarised. Although vibrational spectroscopy techniques have been proven to be of importance to measure composition across the grape and wine value chain, the adoption of these technologies has been compromised by the accessibility and price of instruments. Understanding the basic principles of the different vibrational spectroscopy methods (e.g. characteristics, limit of detection) as well as how to effectively use the data generated are still main barriers facing the incorporation of these techniques into the grape and wine industry. Furthermore, is still not clear for many users of these technologies how they will contribute to the sustainability of the wine industry as well as to preserve the identity of the wine making process. This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.

Legal Status of Artificial Intelligence from Quantum-Theoretic Perspective

Massive inclusion of artificial intelligence (AI) in the technosphere and electronic governments urges an update in legal regulation of these and related areas. The issue converges on the key question of whether AI can be endowed with legal personhood and capacity. Opposing views in this respect build on hardly compatible ethics and largely outdated scientific grounds with a clear perspective for deep cultural antagonisms and further fragmentation of the world. We contribute to this debate from the perspective of quantum cognitive science and show how it can resolve some of the current impasses. Our approach builds on the quantum-theoretic refinement of the concept of uncertainty into quantum and classical types: classical uncertainty denotes subjective ignorance of the present state of affairs, while quantum uncertainty accounts for individual freedom to construct the future. We show that legal capacity of intelligence, at bottom, is defined by the type of uncertainty it is capable to resolve. Natural intelligence, in particular, can resolve quantum uncertainties, generating genuine novelty and affective experience in the process. Classical AI, in contrast, is limited to algorithmic computation, bound to produce predefined results regardless of its complexity. Concepts of decision-making, subjectness, creativity, and personal meaning then are recognized as physically inapplicable to such systems. The proposed definitions of these terms complement and sharpen the criteria of legal capacity in the existing legislations, indicating that “autonomy” is essentially equivalent to “appreciation.” Classical AI then appears as fundamentally alien to subjectness and legal capacity both in civil and common laws, resolving a delicate contradiction between them. Quantum-empowered AI, in contrast, escapes this conclusion due to its access to quantum uncertainty, introducing novel challenges with respect to responsibility gaps and meaningful human control. The developed approach aligns with the present legal practice and ethical discourse, contributing to the scientifically informed development of law in technological societies.

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The article examines the main problems of the XXI century, the overcoming of which led to achieving the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals adopted in 2015, replacing the Millennium Development Goals. The authors systematically consider the governance process in sustainable development, paying particular attention to the structural-functional and information-behavioral subsystems of governance. Also, special attention is paid to the development of information technology and civil society, as well as other changes that took place in the late XX – early XXI century. These changes have influenced the concepts of public administration, which are fundamental to achieving the SDGs. The article aims to determine the methodological approaches necessary for the functioning of the public administration system in the context of sustainable development. The main research method used was a bibliographic study, both descriptive and analytical. The analysis of scientific literature allowed the authors to conclude that the following modern concepts of public administration in the context of sustainable development can be implemented: "management of public values," "digital citizenship," "political networks," "smart (receptive/reflective) governance," results/goals-based management, FAST-concept, "Open Government," and "Activating State." The importance of involving people in addressing sustainable development issues related to significant social, economic, and environmental problems, policy-making, and public service delivery is hardly disputed today. As shown, modern concepts are aimed at enabling citizens to participate in such processes. These include access to and availability of information and the development of communication technologies, including social media. In the XXI century of Knowledge Societies, the most creative solutions will be created through open interaction and reliance on shared resources. The extraordinary events (the pandemic and the war in Ukraine) have significantly slowed down the process of achieving Sustainable Development Goals and, in some cases, made it impossible to achieve any results for some goals. As a result, a new model of public administration in the context of sustainable development will be required. The prospects for further research include defining a new concept of public administration and its provision, which will consider the advantages of modern concepts and ensure their synergistic effect so that the sustainable development agenda is adopted not only by the state but also by business and society.

The Digital Public Square: Christian Ethics in a Technological Society

The Digital Public Square: Christian Ethics in a Technological Society

Understanding the Role of Technology in Society

Understanding the Role of Technology in Society

Development of a Digital Directory Web for SMEs under the guidance of Telkom Witel South Surabaya

Results in MSME business turnover being hampered by limited capital and limited business diversification.Based on observations and interviews with Partners, there are main problems experienced by Telkom Witel South Surabaya-assisted MSMEs, namely how can they manage MSMEs and then introduce and sell their products with the widest possible reach so that they are not only in the Surabaya area and its surroundings so that Community Service activities are expected to provide contribution in terms of skills and abilities in generating profits and overcoming problems. The solution to solving this problem is to develop a digital directory as well as its features and functions within the organization at Telkom Witel, South Surabaya. The output that will be achieved in this activity is digital marketing efforts through the website which are expected to be able to increase profits and provide a sense of trust to consumers to be interested in buying the products offered. The results of this PKM activity include several calls for mandatory outputs, namely (1) scientific publications in national social service journals with ISSN, (2) activity videos, (3) increasing the application of science and technology in society (online platforms). The stages of PKM implementation consist of (1) developing a digital MSME web directory.