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Philosophy and Social Theory

Philosophy and Social Theory is a research topic within Sociology and Political Science. Science Explorer counts 1.7k research works in it since 1954. 11.1% of them reached the world's top 10% most cited for their field and year.

This cluster of papers explores power dynamics, societal structures, and resistance, drawing from historical, colonial, and gender perspectives. It delves into the works of Foucault, examining biopolitics, education, and the impact of power on individuals and communities.

  • Foucault
  • Power
  • Society
  • History
  • Resistance
  • Gender
  • Colonialism
  • Violence
  • Education
  • Biopolitics
Research works
1.7k
fractional, since 1954
In the world top 10%
184
per year above
Top-10% rate
11.1%
share of its works in the world top 10%
Growth, 2018-21 → 2022-25
+10%
the tick is no change
Largest producer
France
58% of the 10 largest, 2022-now
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