Type of Document	Master's Thesis
Author	Hohauser, Robyn Lisa
Author's Email Address	robyn@access1.net
URN	etd-81197-163516
Title	The Social Construction of Technology: The Case of LSD
Degree	Master of Science
Department	Science and Technology Studies
Advisory Committee	Advisor Name Title Luke, Timothy W. Snizek, William E. Fuhrman, Ellsworth R. Committee Chair
Keywords	LSD Social Construction Technology
Date of Defense	1995-02-01
Availability	unrestricted
Abstract In this study, I use SCOT (Social Construction of Technology) theories to trace the history of lysergic acid diethylamide-25, which is commonly known as LSD. I show how the technological system of LSD corresponds to phases designated by SCOT theorist Thomas Hughes, specifically invention, development, innovation, growth, competition, and consolidation. I explain the importance of Timothy Leary and the CIA in the social construction of the LSD system, and their influences on the transformation of LSD from a chemical technology to a highly controversial drug. Finally, I discuss the fate of LSD research today, its usage among members of the public, especially youngsters, and the usefulness of SCOT theories for this study.
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