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Data Science and Society: A Critical View from Latin America

Social Sciences: Assessments and Prospects from Latin America

Pampa Arán, Marcelo Casarin

In this video, we dive into the book 'Social Sciences: Assessments and Prospects from Latin America' edited by Pampa Arán and Marcelo Casarin. It offers a deep, critical analysis of how data science and social sciences intersect in the Global South. You'll discover why mainstream data science often ignores local realities, how English-language dominance skews knowledge production, and what feminist epistemology and ethical economics reveal about hidden biases. The video covers the institutional history of social sciences at the University of Córdoba, the fight for their practical relevance, and the urgent need to decolonize data. By the end, you'll understand why data without context is just noise, and how Latin American perspectives can reshape global science. Perfect for anyone curious about the politics of data, social justice, or the future of research.