Knowledge Diplomacy examines particular and cultural antecedents to the development of the field; and its predominance in western thinking and critiques. Crucially, it does so not just from the perspective of scholars but also by consciously drawing on the perspectives of practitioners.
The development of Knowledge Diplomacy allows for increased understanding of the role of research, innovation and higher education institutions as actors in international relations; shaping knowledge as they do.
As such Knowledge Diplomacy presents a meaningful means of understanding how understanding knowledge impacts scholars, students and decisions makers as those who use knowledge in their practice.
Table of Contents:
Section I: Theory and practice
1 Knowledge Diplomacy in theory and practice: Lessons from the University of London exploration of the concept, Lilija Alijeva and Simon Rofe
2 Universities and knowledge sans frontières?, Tim Gore
3 Knowledge, values, and power: A critique of Knowledge Diplomacy from an international relations perspective, Mark S. Cogan
4 Knowledge Diplomacy: An understudied approach to international higher education, research and innovation’s role in international relations, Jane Knight
5 Knowledge Diplomacy: A foreign policy linchpin to address global challenges?, Hani El Masry
Section II: Regional perspectives
6 Practicing transatlantic science and Knowledge Diplomacy: The German Center for Research and Innovation New York, Jan Lüdert
7 Implementation of South Korean Knowledge Diplomacy toward ASEAN partners: Multilateral and bilateral dimensions, Eriks Varpahovskis
8 Non-governmental organisations and Knowledge Diplomacy: A case study of Western middle-power countries in Asia, Grace Corcoran
9 Epistemic communities and the transboundary biodiversity conservation regime in the Singalila Range, Rabindra Mani Pradhan
10 Mexico’s Knowledge Diplomacy in intermestic affairs with the USA, Omar A. Loera-González
11 Structuring the French and European scientific diasporas in the UK post Brexit,
Minh-Hà Pham, Arthur Belaud, Jean-Christophe Mauduit
Epilogue
About the Author :
Lilija Alijeva, University of London Institute in Paris
Linda Amrane-Cooper, Centre for Online and Distance Education, University of London
Tim Gore, University of London Institute in Paris
Alexander Lake, University of London Institute in Paris
Stuart MacDonald, ICR Research
J Simon Rofe, University of Leeds & Centre for Online and Distance Education, University of London
Review :
This collection of reading explores the practice as well as the aspirations of knowledge diplomacy. In a world where globalisation has been accompanied by increasingly fractured and anxious international relationships at governmental levels the authors discuss with positive optimism and heartwarming confidence the wide range of contributions being made by universities and academics through their scholarship, research, innovation and exchange activities to the strengthening of international links and building relationships across borders. Through knowledge diplomacy we can achieve so much, and the authors infect the readers with their confidence and commitment. This book has truly inspired me!
Mary Stiasny, Pro Vice Chancellor Emerita, University of London
A timely and inspiring exploration of how knowledge acts as a bridge across nations and disciplines. By weaving together theory, critical perspectives and regional case studies – from Europe and Asia to Latin America - this book reminds us that universities and research communities are key actors in addressing global challenges. A must-read for those committed to education’s role in international cooperation.
Martha Flor Puebla Mora, University of Guadalajara
In our current times of geopolitical turmoil, knowledge diplomacy is increasingly important. This volume provides an essential resource for those engaging with the theory of knowledge diplomacy and those putting it into action in the world. The rich debate in these pages over the concept of knowledge diplomacy and the keen insights into application will support the work of researchers working to further the academic field. Practitioners attempting to hone knowledge diplomacy into a global force for mutual understanding, productive negotiation, and collaborative change-making will also find this book invaluable.
Professor Jane Norman, President and Vice Chancellor, University of Nottingham
