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Department Of Science And Technology Studies


Science, Technology and Society (STS) is an interdisciplinary field that studies the conditions under which the production, distribution and utilization of scientific knowledge and technological systems occur; the consequences of these activities upon different groups of people. Sindi has a Ph.D. in biotechnology from Newnham College, Cambridge, which she obtained in 2001; she was the first Saudi woman to be accepted at Cambridge University to study the field of biotechnology, and the first woman from any of the Arab States of the Persian Gulf to complete a doctoral degree in the field.

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Science, Technology & Society Studies Certificate Program


The role of science and technology from the space research to the identification and exploration of the mineral resources is highly commendable. Only courses specifically approved by the STS Program may be counted toward the minor. Controversies such as modified foods, stem cell research are the issues that have brought policy makers and scientists together to have a way forward on this. Our aim is to understand how technology is used by government organizations to improve public services, governance processes and environmental outcomes.

Students majoring in STS are well prepared to pursue graduate study in related field and also have … Read More..

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Science And Technology Studies


With the subject of immigration reform being a hot topic in Washington, there has been much talk of expanding the opportunities for graduates with advanced degrees in science, technology, engineering and math (“STEM”) to obtain a green card. Environmental technology employs economically viable and eco-friendly technologies, to apply sustainable development as a solution to environmental issues, by finding ways to save and protect the environment, and inflict minimal harm to natural resources.

A minimum of 3 courses in a chosen focus track (Science; Technology; Medicine). Technosocial systems 38 – people and technologies that combine to work as heterogeneous but functional … Read More..

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