Science, Technology and Society Studies Laboratory

Studying how science and technology works

In today’s society that is highly dependent on science and technology, it is important to study science and technology themselves. My research, the history of science (history of Japanese geology in modern and contemporary times) and engineering ethics, are to tackle the question“how science and technology work.” In my research on the history of science, I focus on geologists' ideas about their social responsibilities as geologists and the connection between geology and society. In the area of science and engineering ethics, in view of the rapid development of globalization of our society, I am challenging to realize engineering ethics education that is based on international values and ideas, especially in Southeast Asian countries.

College of Engineering Mechanical Engineering Fundamental Mechanical Engineering
Faculty Name
TOCHINAI, Fumihiko
Keyword
History of Geology in Japan,Engineering Ethics,First Year Experience,Design Thinking
Laboratory location
No.4 Building OMIYA Campus 5F 4508-3

This lab is for this SDG activity:

  • 質の高い教育をみんなに
  • 働きがいも経済成長も
  • つくる責任つかう責任

STUDY FIELDS

  • History of Science
  • STS Studies
  • Science and Engineering Ethics

FOR SOCIETY

It fosters the ability to critically examine the impact of science and technology on society from both positive and negative perspectives. Those who pursue a career in science and technology (e.g., engineers) can improve the wellbeing of society and themselves by better fulfilling their responsibilities to support society. Those who are not directly involved in science and technology can improve their understanding of “how science and technology work” as users of science and technology.

RESEARCH THEMES

  • Analysis of what geologists think about their social responsibilities as geologists and the connection between geology and society
  • Development of science and engineering ethics education program using design thinking methodology
  • Development of engineering ethics education program as a part of first-year education

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