Chair of Science, Technology and Gender Studies @ FAU
A quick look at everyday news proves that science, technology, and medicine permeate all aspects of our everyday life. From the terrifying prospect of a nuclear conflict and the recent pandemic to mundane decisions about getting another x-ray or using a bike to go to work, one is confronted with complex technological systems and advanced scientific knowledge.
The chair of Science, Technology and Gender Studies provides highly interdisciplinary tools that help us comprehend the impact of science, technology and medicine to humans and the environment. Major areas of research and education include gender science studies, nuclear history, and science diplomacy.
Current Courses held by the chair at the FAU can be found under Teaching.
General News
A medical physicist avant-la letter: Edith Smaw Quimby (1891–1982)
“Radiation from x-ray tubes and radioactive substances is very useful in medicine and industry. But we must never for a moment lose sight of the fact that improperly used radiation can be a menace, not only to the user but to the completely innocent bystan...Continue
Lectures and Keynotes
Keynote at the History of Science and Technology conference in Stockholm
Click here to download the abstract of the talk and here to open the program.Continue