Technoscientific Promises: Challenges and Impacts

This lecture delves into the design of surveys and interview guides to explore questions related to technoscientific promises and their appropriation. It discusses the influence of technological competition on national security, political interests, and scientific advancements. The lecture also examines the conditions under which scientific promises mobilize resources, guide actions, and coordinate actors. Furthermore, it analyzes the implications of promises in the context of vaccination strategies, political leadership, and public awareness. The discussion extends to the complexities of technological solutionism, the peak of hopes surrounding new technologies, and the challenges of evaluating the real benefits of emerging technologies.