STS Buzzword second episode: Socio-technic/sociomaterial

 Socio-technical systems and sociomaterial practices

This is the second in a series of seminars inviting collective reflection on key concepts in the STS vocabulary that have played an important role in shaping scholarly debate. The series provides a space to examine how these concepts are used, their theoretical implications, and how their meanings and uses evolve across research practices.

This session will focus on the sociotechnical and the sociomaterial, exploring their origins, connections and the tensions that arise when they become taken for granted in research. Designed to encourage sustained dialogue, the seminar will bring together a small group of participants. A brief opening contribution by Attila Bruni will set the stage for an extended exchange and collective discussion.

📍 Venue: University of Trento
📅 Date: 19 November 2026, 14:00–17:30
🗣 Language: Italian
👥 Participants: Maximum 20
🎓 Eligibility: Open exclusively to STS Italia members
💰 Fee: Free of charge

📌 Registration is required by 27 October.
Registration is available through a form at this link. If applications exceed the available places, priority will be given to early career researchers, with registration order also taken into account.
Confirmation of participation will be sent by 31 October.

Up to five STS Italia members without permanent academic positions may apply for a contribution of up to €100 towards travel, meals and, where necessary, accommodation expenses.

For any request please contact attila.bruni@unitn.it