1st Edition

Networked Governance and Transatlantic Relations Building Bridges through Science Diplomacy

By Gabriella Paar-Jakli Copyright 2014
214 Pages
by Routledge

214 Pages
by Routledge

214 Pages
by Routledge

In today’s complex and interconnected world, scholars of international relations seek to better understand challenges spurred by intensified global communication and interaction. The complex connectedness of modern society and politics compels us to investigate the pattern of interconnections among actors who inhabit social and political spaces. Gabriella Paár-Jákli's study aims to advance... Read more

1. Introduction. 2. Synthesizing Theories: International Communication, Cooperation, Networks and Governance. 3. All Is Well in Transatlantic Relations? 4. Why Science and Technology Policy? 5. Who are the movers and shakers in transatlantic relations? 6. Conclusion. Appendix A: Research Appendix - Methodology. Appendix B: Transatlantic Connections – KNETs. Appendix C: Transatlantic Connections by Types of Organization. Appendix D: Transatlantic Connections by Types of Organization. Appendix E: Additional Key Findings based on Network Attributes.

Biography

Gabriella Paár-Jákli is an Assistant Professor of Political Science at Kent State University.

"This is a must-read pioneering work. It links our understanding of cutting edge science and technology policy issues locally and regionally in the context of today's transatlantic diplomacy and recognizes the power of networks that cross national and physical boundaries."

—Nanette S. Levinson, American University School of International Service

"Paár-Jákli’s work provides a fresh and compelling analysis of an underappreciated aspect of the transatlantic relationship. By highlighting the role of digital networks, the author introduces a dynamic new component in the evolving relationship between North America and Europe. The volume updates transatlantic relations in an interesting and thought-provoking fashion."

—Alberta Sbragia, University of Pittsburgh