Event

Jul 9, 2026
(POSTPONED)Pushing the Boundaries: The Role of Chinese Climate Scientists in Boundary Organizations

This essay will introduce the framework of boundary organizations in environmental science in China. As a first-year PhD requirement, the essay should outline the research design of my proposed PhD project. To begin, it will review current literature on the frameworks of boundary organizations and boundary work before considering their specific relevance in the field of environmental science in China, Taiwan and the international arena and their interactions with climate policies. The study’s overall aim is to look at the roles and experiences of environmental scientists when engaging with policymakers in China, Taiwan, and international organizations. Therefore, the essay will outline the study’s relevance, methodology and preliminary plans for the proposed fieldwork to interview scientists. To conclude, the essay will touch on how the study hopes to contribute to broader debates on science-policy interactions in climate science.

Location
Max Planck Institute for the History of Science
Address
Boltzmannstraße 22, 14195 Berlin, Germany
Room
219/Online
Contact and Registration

We welcome both internal and external guests. For further information about the LMRG Colloquium series, specific sessions, or registration (a limited number of places are available), please contact Dr. Franziska Fröhlich.

About This Series

The LMRG Colloquium is a venue for members and guests of the Lise Meitner Research Group, "China in the Global System of Science," to share their work in progress. It is an opportunity to raise questions, discuss methodological challenges, or get feedback on preliminary conclusions. We aim to create a supportive atmosphere that combines rigorous criticism with genuine curiosity.

2026-07-09T14:00:00SAVE IN I-CAL 2026-07-09 14:00:00 2026-07-09 15:30:00 (POSTPONED)Pushing the Boundaries: The Role of Chinese Climate Scientists in Boundary Organizations This essay will introduce the framework of boundary organizations in environmental science in China. As a first-year PhD requirement, the essay should outline the research design of my proposed PhD project. To begin, it will review current literature on the frameworks of boundary organizations and boundary work before considering their specific relevance in the field of environmental science in China, Taiwan and the international arena and their interactions with climate policies. The study’s overall aim is to look at the roles and experiences of environmental scientists when engaging with policymakers in China, Taiwan, and international organizations. Therefore, the essay will outline the study’s relevance, methodology and preliminary plans for the proposed fieldwork to interview scientists. To conclude, the essay will touch on how the study hopes to contribute to broader debates on science-policy interactions in climate science. Boltzmannstraße 22, 14195 Berlin, Germany 219/Online Franziska Marliese FröhlichDieu Linh Bui Dao Franziska Marliese FröhlichDieu Linh Bui Dao Europe/Berlin public