Interdisciplinary Studies in the Humanities

A multidisciplinary approach to the diplomacy role in science and technology development policy: Iran as a case Stud

Document Type : Original Research Paper

Author

M. Sani Ejlal

NRISP

https://doi.org/10.22631/isih.2017.2592.2992
Abstract
Based on chaos theory in today networked and interconnected world there are many driving forces which are shaping science and technology policy making (STP). It is essential to have multidisciplinary approach for understanding the relationship among diverse driving forces. The focus of this paper is studying the role of international political relations and diplomacy on science and technology development in Iran. Iran proactive engagement in this new international networked system relied on smart interactive strategies and diplomacy in global sphere to facilitate science and technology development locally. Conceptually the theoretical framework of this paper has been based on Manuel Castells Networked Society theory and Immanuel Wallerstein theory of world system. The method of gathering and analyzing data is document studies.
Keyword: Smart Interactions, Science and Technology policy, Science and Technology Developemt International networked System.

Keywords

Smart Interactions
Science and Technology policy
Science and Technology Developemt International networked System

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Interdisciplinary Studies in the Humanities
Volume 9, Issue 3 - Serial Number 35
Summer 2017
Pages 125-148

  • Receive Date 09 October 2016
  • Revise Date 24 September 2017
  • Accept Date 26 December 2016

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