Directions for E-science and Science 2.0 in Human and Social Sciences

In this review and tutorial article, new developments towards extended use of information and communications technologies in science are discussed. The focus is in human and social sciences, specifically in linguistics and economics. Some challenging epistemological issues are handled in detail including the subjective and intersubjective nature of human knowing and how it influences scientific practices. Examples related to the use of data and text mining in human and social sciences are provided. Also the use of social simulation is considered in some detail. The article is concluded by a discussion on some potential practical implications for future scientific practices.

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