“…More specifically, it explores the methodological consequences of committing to a CR ontology--the assumptions that researchers from this tradition make about the nature of reality. …”

“…It offers a conceptualization of such approaches as including a distinct ontology, epistemology and methodology. While feminist literature on the European Union is diverse, all such literature sheds light on the gendered process of European integration. …”

“…The document describes the current status and the research needs and priorities for the coming 10 years in four main thematic areas: 1.nanomaterial identification and classification; 2.nanomaterial exposure and transformation; 3.hazard mechanisms related to effects on human health and the environment; and 4.tools for the predictive risk assessment and management including databases and ontologies. The implementation of the SRA is expected to provide a major step forward in the development of safe and sustainable nanomaterials and outlines the focal points of nanomaterial safety research for the European Commission’s 8th Framework Programme (Horizon 2020)."…”

“…It integrates complexity science and institutionalism into a coherent ontology of social and policy dynamics. Part 2 is concerned with models and measurement. …”

“…Taking a uniquely integrated and comprehensive view of the subject, Busch shows how standards for people and things are inextricably linked, how standards are always layered (even if often addressed serially), and how standards are simultaneously technical, social, moral, legal, and ontological devices."…”