Call for papers - One-day Conference Associations and Science
Lisbon, 11th June 2012

This one-day conference aims discuss the final results of a research project concerning scientific associations but also to give an opportunity for other researchers to present their work in this and other connected areas. Papers from an historical, sociological, or anthropological (or other sciences) perspective are welcome. Please send an abstract (200 words max) until the 20th of March to ana.delicado@ics.ul.pt. 

Scientific associations are among the most under-studied subjects in the sociology of science. Although being part of the array of institutions that participate in the Mode 2 production of knowledge, their role in contemporary science is seldom discussed. Scientific societies, professional associations, non-profit organisations devoted to promoting public understanding of science, there is a multitude of associations, some new, some centuries old, some national, some international, that can fit the label of scientific associations. Their involvement in issues such as the development of scientific disciplines, scientific publication, research ethics, policy advice, career advancement, or knowledge dissemination needs to be addressed.