Digital Cultures Team to Present at EASST/4S Conference in Amsterdam
News
Amsterdam, July 9, 2024 —
Orit Halpern’s Digital Cultures Team from the Technische Universität Dresden is set to make significant contributions at the upcoming EASST/4S Conference in Amsterdam. This prestigious event, held from July 17 to 19, 2024, brings together scholars from the European Association for the Study of Science and Technology (EASST) and the Society for Social Studies of Science (4S).
The 2024 quadrennial joint meeting invites participants to explore the role of Science and Technology Studies (STS) in addressing grand societal challenges through various panels, presentations, and other interactive sessions.
Highlights of the Conference
Wednesday, July 17
8:30-10:00, NU-5A47
- Chiara Carboni will present „Queering the ‚autistic voice:‘ a proposal for unsettling the biologization of identity in vocal biomarkers research“ at the panel „Machine listening: dissonance and transformation.“ Carboni’s presentation aims to challenge the conventional narratives in vocal biomarkers research by introducing a queer perspective.
16:00-17:30, NU-2B19
- Michelle Pfeifer will moderate „A roundtable on border surveillance and technopolitics: responses to the cybernetic border.“ This session will delve into the complexities of border surveillance and the implications of technopolitical strategies in contemporary society.
Thursday, July 18
- 9:00-10:30, HG-06A33
- Prof. Orit Halpern will participate in the roundtable „Beyond Participation and Preparedness: Governing Climate Emergencies.“ Prof. Halpern, co-director of the Department of Speculative Transformation, will offer insights into governance strategies for addressing climate emergencies, emphasizing the need for innovative approaches.
Friday, July 19
- 8:30-10:00, NU-5A47
- Nelly Y. Pinkrah and Michelle Pfeifer will take part in the panel „The coloniality and racial economy of digital capitalism.“ Pinkrah will present „On finding a ‚capacity to speak:‘ Language, technology, liberation,“ examining the intersections of language and technology in the quest for liberation. Pfeifer will discuss „Smart Borders and racial capitalism,“ highlighting the racial dynamics inherent in digital border technologies.
About the Digital Cultures Team
The Digital Cultures Team at TU Dresden focuses on the interdisciplinary study of digital cultures, exploring the intersections of technology, society, and culture. Their research addresses critical issues such as digital capitalism, climate governance, and the politics of surveillance, making substantial contributions to contemporary academic discourse.
Conclusion
The EASST/4S Conference in Amsterdam promises to be a significant event for the field of Science and Technology Studies. The participation of the Digital Cultures Team from TU Dresden underscores their commitment to advancing knowledge and fostering dialogue on crucial societal challenges. For more information about the conference, visit EASST/4S 2024.