East Asian Science, Technology and Society: An International Journal (EASTS) provides a platform for interdisciplinary scholarship on the social, cultural, and historical dimensions of science, technology, and medicine in East Asia. It explores how science and technology are shaped by and shape East Asian societies, cultures, and politics. EASTS aims to foster dialogue between scholars from diverse disciplines and regions.
Topics covered include the history of science and technology in East Asia, science and technology policy, innovation systems, and the social and ethical implications of new technologies. EASTS is an important resource for scholars, policymakers, and practitioners interested in the interplay between science, technology, and society in East Asia. Its target audience encompasses historians, sociologists, anthropologists, and STS scholars.
By promoting interdisciplinary dialogue and rigorous scholarship, EASTS contributes to a deeper understanding of the complex relationship between science, technology, and society in East Asia.