A Contextual Understanding of the Definition of Science in South Korea

Abstract	Despite the minor differences in the inclusiveness of the word, there is a general assumption among the scientific community that the 'pursuit of knowledge' is the most fundamental element in defining the word 'science'. However, a closer examination of how science is being conducted in modern-day South Korea reveals a value system starkly different from the value of knowledge. By analyzing the political discourse of the South Korean policymakers, mass media, and government documents, this study examines the definition of science in South Korea. The analysis revealed that the Korean science, informed by the cultural, historical, and societal contexts, is largely focused on the values of national economic prosperity, internat... (more)
Created Date	2011
Contributor	Hyun, Byunghun (Author) / Hurlbut, Ben (Advisor) / Maienschein, Jane (Committee member) / Ellison, Karin (Committee member) / Arizona State University (Publisher)
Subject	Biology / History of science / Philosophy of science / definition of science / embryo / Hwang / ova donation / South Korea
Type	Masters Thesis
Extent	95 pages
Language	English
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Note	M.S. Biology 2011
Collaborating Institutions	Graduate College / ASU Library
Additional Formats	MODS / OAI Dublin Core / RIS