How ‘slow science’ can improve the way we do and interpret research

In a newly translated manifesto, Belgian philosopher of science Isabelle Stengers challenges the rise of the 'knowledge economy' and the privatisation of science. She criticises the commercial motivation that puts getting a product to market before competitors ahead of the public interest.

She calls for policies that give researchers space for more exploratory 'What if?' questions, as well as 'Why are you doing this? What is it for? What will the impacts be?'

– Emma Blomkamp