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Overpromising in science and technology: An evaluative conceptualization

Year: 2023

Type: article

Abstract: This research article examines overpromising in scientific discourse that may raise unrealistic expectations in order to gain trust and funding. Drawing on signaling theory, philosophy of promising, and science communication research, a conceptualization of overpromising is presented. This conceptualization facilitates the evaluation of promises in science and technology and highlights the importance of the knowledge context. Further research is needed to explore the broader dimensions and motivations for overpromising.

Source: TATuP - Zeitschrift für Technikfolgenabschätzung in Theorie und Praxis

DOI: 10.14512/tatup.32.3.60

Authors: Stefan Gaillard, Cyrus Mody, Willem Halffman

Institutions: Radboud University Nijmegen, Maastricht University

Language: English

Topic: Research, Science, and Academia

Subfield: Information Systems and Management

Field: Decision Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

Open Access status: diamond

Funder: European Research Council

OpenAlex ID: W4389815904

FWCI: 1.794

Cites: 15

Cited by: 7

Related to: 10